earnest
adjective
1. characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
- both sides were deeply in earnest, even passionate
Similar word(s): serious, sincere, solemn
2. sincere emotion
- one's dearest wish
- heartfelt condolences
Similar word(s): sincere, dear, devout, heartfelt
3. not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal
Similar word(s): purposeful, businesslike
Sentences with earnest as an adjective:
- an earnest disposition
- earnest efforts
noun
1. something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract
Definition categories: possession, security, surety
verb
1. (transitive) To be serious with; use in earnest.