Both Uses of
grave
in
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
- he suddenly looked less grave
Chpt 10 *grave = sad and thoughtful ("with a heavy heart")
- "Let us say I have forgotten it," answered Aslan gravely.†
Chpt 13
Definition:
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(grave as in: Her manner was grave.) serious and/or solemnThe exact meaning of this sense of grave can depend upon its context. For example:
- "This is a grave problem," or "a situation of the utmost gravity." -- important, dangerous, or causing worry
- "She was in a grave mood upon returning from the funeral." -- sad or solemn
- "She looked me in the eye and gravely promised." -- in a sincere and serious manner