Both Uses of
grave
in
Nation
- "Could be, sir," said the captain gravely.†
Chpt 7. *
- "Technically that would be a province, sir," said Mr. Black gravely.†
Chpt 15.
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