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earnest

adjective(ear-nest)

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

Synonyms: sincere, solemn,

Examples:

Both sides were deeply in earnest, even passionate.

earnest

adjective(ear-nest)

not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal

Synonyms: businesslike,

earnest

adjective(ear-nest)

sincerely earnest

Synonyms: dear, devout, heartfelt,

earnest

noun(ear-nest)

something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract

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