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Definitions

serious-minded

[seer-ee-uhs-mahyn-did] / ˈsɪər i əsˈmaɪn dɪd /
ADJECTIVE
steady
Synonyms
STRONGEST
calm constant dependable fast intense reliable resolute
STRONG
cool liege poised reserved sedate settled sober staunch
WEAK
allegiant ardent equable imperturbable levelheaded loyal self-possessed sensible serene single-minded staid steadfast unswerving unwavering wholehearted
Antonyms
STRONGEST
irresponsible unreliable unsteady untrustworthy
STRONG
agitated excited friendly upset
WEAK
broken discontinuous imbalanced intermittent unfaithful unfixed unstable weak wobbly

Example Sentences

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"I regard acting," she once said, "as a serious job for serious-minded people."

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2023

Far from serious-minded debate, some of our best-rated shows were our silliest.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2023

How does a serious-minded artist get taken seriously — or even find the time to pursue her calling — in a context where art is no big deal?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2023

Powell is one of a group of young, serious-minded gallerists in London who have opened commercial spaces showcasing emerging artists over the past couple of years.

From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2023

Heavy, serious-minded bears and boars grunted behind him.

From "The Magician's Nephew" by C. S. Lewis

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