A2 — Elementaryadjective
serio
serious, earnest, reliable
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
gravesolenneresponsabileaffidabile
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
scherzosofrivololeggerosuperficiale
Usage note
'Serio' can mean both earnest in manner and reliable in character. 'Grave' implies weight/severity. 'Solenne' is formal/solemn.
Example
"È una persona seria che mantiene sempre le promesse."
"He is a serious person who always keeps his promises."
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