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seriously

[/ˈsɪr.i.ə.sli/]
adverb
seriamente
1. in a serious manner; with gravity or sincerity
He spoke seriously about the importance of education.
Ele falou seriamente sobre a importância da educação.
2. used to emphasize that something is true or important
Seriously, I think you should reconsider that decision.
Seriamente, acho que você deveria reconsiderar essa decisão.
3. to a significant or considerable extent; very much
The storm seriously damaged the roof.
A tempestade danificou seriamente o telhado.
NYC Slang
for real / no cap
Synonyms
gravelyearnestlysincerelygenuinelyin all seriousness
Antonyms
jokinglyhumorouslylightlyflippantly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seriamente
standard usage across Brazil
Brazil
de verdade
informal alternative meaning 'for real'
Brazil
sem brincadeira
colloquial; literally 'without joking'
Portugal
seriamente
standard usage; also 'a sério' as alternative

Related Idioms & Phrases

seriously though
take seriously
a sério (Portuguese equivalent)
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