adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

serious, conservative, serious-minded

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Example Sentences

Example:He always dressed in a serious way, avoiding any signs of frivolity.

Definition:Having or showing a sober and practical seriousness of manner or purpose

From serious

Example:Their conservative nature prevented them from adopting new technology.

Definition:Extremely bound by convention; unlikely to support change; in favor of maintaining the status quo

From conservative

Example:She was a serious-minded student, always ready to learn new things.

Definition:Characterized by careful and thoughtful attention to problems; serious and practical in intention or purpose

From serious-minded