gravitas
0 antonyms and opposites of gravitas, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A serious and dignified manner that commands respect.
How to use gravitas
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin gravitās ("weight, heaviness") — a doublet of the English word "gravity".
Full origin of gravitas →Frequently asked questions
What does “gravitas” mean?
The word “gravitas” means a serious and dignified manner that commands respect. In plain terms, a dignified, serious presence that makes people take you seriously.
How do you pronounce “gravitas”?
“Gravitas” is pronounced GRAV-ih-tahs (/ˈɡɹævɪtɑs/ in IPA).
How do you use “gravitas” in a sentence?
Here is “gravitas” used in a sentence: “The judge spoke with a quiet gravitas that silenced the room.”
What part of speech is “gravitas”?
“Gravitas” is a noun.
Where does the word “gravitas” come from?
The word “gravitas” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin gravitās ("weight, heaviness") — a doublet of the English word "gravity".