sol·emn 
/ˈsɑ:ləm/ adjective
/ˈsɑ:ləm/ adjective 1 : very serious or formal in manner, behavior, or expression
▪ a solemn occasion/moment ▪ He spoke in a solemn and thoughtful manner. ▪ a solemn religious ceremony/procession ▪ He wore a very solemn expression on his face. ▪ He recited the poem in a solemn voice. 2 : sad and serious
▪ A solemn crowd gathered around the grave. 3 : done or made sincerely
▪ a solemn declaration/oath ▪ We made a solemn promise/vow to love each other forever.
▪ a solemn occasion/moment ▪ He spoke in a solemn and thoughtful manner. ▪ a solemn religious ceremony/procession ▪ He wore a very solemn expression on his face. ▪ He recited the poem in a solemn voice.
▪ A solemn crowd gathered around the grave.
▪ a solemn declaration/oath ▪ We made a solemn promise/vow to love each other forever.
— sol·emn·ly adverb
▪ We listened solemnly as the president spoke. ▪ Do you solemnly swear to tell the truth?
▪ We listened solemnly as the president spoke. ▪ Do you solemnly swear to tell the truth?
