seriously
- adverb (adv)
Meaning: not humorously
Synonyms:
actively
all joking aside
cool it
cut the comedy
determinedly
down
earnestly
fervently
for real
gravely
in all conscience
in all seriousness
in earnest
intently
passionately
purposefully
resolutely
sedately
simmer down
sincerely
soberly
solemnly
sternly
straighten out
thoughtfully
vigorously
with a straight face
with forethought
with sobriety
zealously
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