What is the difference between serious and sincere

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Britannica English: Translation of serious for Arabic Speakers. Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free! Log in Sign Up. Save Word. Definition of serious. Other Words from serious seriousness noun. Choose the Right Synonym for serious serious , grave , solemn , sedate , staid , sober , earnest mean not light or frivolous.

Nothing serious. Crime is a serious problem in this neighborhood. The team is a serious contender for the championship. If you want to quit smoking, you have to make a serious effort. They had a serious conversation about their relationship. You will often hear these people complaining about others not taking their lives seriously.

They think they were successful because they were serious. They mistake seriousness for sincerity. Another positive aspect of people who laugh often is that they are an open book. They don't lead a worried or hurried life as they live in the 'now' and generally don't carry the burden of today or tomorrow.