solenne — meaning in English

English meaning

• grave noun A hole dug in the ground to bury a dead body.
• hieratic adj Relating to priests or religious leaders, especially those of Ancient Egypt.
• solemn adjective Deeply serious, dignified, and free of humor, especially in formal or ceremonial settings.

Senses

solenne is used for these senses in English:

• grave Characterised by a dignified sense of seriousness; not cheerful. [from 16th c.]
• hieratic (art) Extremely stylized, restrained or formal; adhering to fixed types or methods; severe in emotional import.

grave — full definition

1. noun A hole dug in the ground to bury a dead body.
2. adj Very serious, especially in a way that causes worry or concern.

hieratic — full definition

1. adj Relating to priests or religious leaders, especially those of Ancient Egypt.
2. adj Relating to a flowing, cursive style of handwriting used in Ancient Egypt for everyday writing alongside hieroglyphics.
3. adj Very formal and rigidly stylised, following set patterns and showing little emotion.

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