adverb
solemnly
SO-luhm-lee
adverb
1
In a serious and dignified manner.
"He solemnly swore to tell the truth."
"The crowd solemnly bowed their heads during the tribute."
How to Use Solemnly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing or saying something in a grave, formal, and serious way.
Common pairings
solemnly swear
solemnly declare
Word Forms
more solemnly comparative, most solemnly superlative
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Etymology
Built from solemn plus -ly.