Solemnly

Pronunciation: /sɑləmli/

Definitions of solemnly

adverb In a serious or formal manner; with deep sincerity or reverence.

Example Sentences

A1 The children solemnly promised to clean up their toys.

A2 She solemnly swore to tell the truth in court.

B1 The soldiers stood solemnly at attention during the ceremony.

B2 The judge solemnly declared the defendant guilty.

C1 The president solemnly addressed the nation in his speech.

C2 The funeral procession moved solemnly through the streets.

Examples of solemnly in a Sentence

formal The judge solemnly declared the court session open.

informal She solemnly promised to keep the secret.

slang He solemnly swore he didn't eat the last piece of cake.

figurative The old oak tree stood solemnly in the middle of the field, a silent witness to the passage of time.

Grammatical Forms of solemnly

• past tense: solemnized
• plural: solemnly
• comparative: more solemnly
• superlative: most solemnly
• present tense: solemnly
• future tense: will solemnly
• perfect tense: have solemnly
• continuous tense: is solemnly
• singular: solemnly
• positive degree: solemn
• infinitive: to solemnly
• gerund: solemnly
• participle: solemnly

Origin and Evolution of solemnly

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'solemnly' originated from the Middle English word 'solempne' which was derived from the Old French word 'solemne' and ultimately from the Latin word 'solemnis'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'solemnly' has retained its original meaning of being done in a formal, dignified manner with deep sincerity and reverence. The usage of the word has expanded to include solemnly swearing an oath or making a promise, as well as expressing deep seriousness or gravity in speech or actions.