earnest
/ˈɝnɪst/ · 2 syllables
Meaning
adjective
- characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
“both sides were deeply in earnest, even passionate” - sincerely earnest
“one's dearest wish” - not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal
noun
- something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract
Synonyms for earnest
Words that rhyme with earnest
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