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1 —1 use as in:
Her manner was grave.
Definition
serious and/or solemn
The 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
- so gravely, so majestically2.4 — Act 2 Scene 4 — Eastcheap. A Room in the Boar's-Head Tavern (78% in)
gravely = in a serious and solemn manner
There are no more uses of "grave" flagged with this meaning in Henry IV, Part 1.
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exact meaning not specified
- What doth gravity out of his bed at midnight?2.4 — Act 2 Scene 4 — Eastcheap. A Room in the Boar's-Head Tavern (54% in)
There are no more uses of "grave" in Henry IV, Part 1.
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