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    Solennité (en. Solemnity)

    /sɔ.lɛn.i.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The state of what is solemn, serious, and official.
    The solemnity of the ceremony was palpable.
    La solennité de la cérémonie était palpable.
    Solemn character of an occasion.
    He spoke with great solemnity.
    Il a pris la parole avec beaucoup de solennité.
    Official celebration or significant ritual.
    The wedding was celebrated with great solemnity.
    Le mariage a été célébré avec une grande solennité.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'solennitas', meaning 'solemn celebration'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    with solemnity
    In a grave and respectful manner.
    avec solennité
    to take something with solemnity
    To consider something seriously.
    prendre quelque chose avec solennité
    a moment of solemnity
    A moment that requires respect and attention.
    un moment de solennité

    Related Words

    solemn
    Relating to an official ceremony, often linked to gravity.
    solennel
    rite
    A set of practices and rites associated with a ceremony.
    rite

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a situation or person who takes themselves too seriously.
    That speech was so solemn, it felt like he was speaking at a funeral.
    Ce discours était tellement solennel, on aurait dit qu'il parlait à un enterrement.
    Used to describe an atmosphere that is too serious to the point of being ridiculous.
    The atmosphere was so solemn that it felt like being in school.
    L'ambiance était tellement solennelle qu'on avait l'impression d'être à l'école.