All 4 Uses of
earnest
in
The Mysterious Benedict Society
- "Thanks so much for everything, Miss Perumal," said Reynie, earnestly taking her hand.†
p. 9..3 *
- Like the workers loading the crates into the truck, those in the boats seemed earnestly intent upon their work.†
p. 153..4
- He was responding earnestly that he preferred the cinnamon rolls when Jackson drew up and said with a sneer, "George, forgive me for interrupting your very interesting conversation about breakfast foods, but Martina and I are making an inspection.†
p. 390..3
- But once I was convinced of how earnestly they sought you, once I had grasped their true feelings, I allowed you to be found.†
p. 481..4
Definition:
-
(earnest) characterized by sincere belief
or:
intensely or excessively serious or determined