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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
gravely
earnestly
sincerely
genuinely
in all seriousness
Antonyms
jokingly
humorously
lightly
flippantly
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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