Meaning & Definition of Solemn in English

1. Dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

• "A grave god-fearing man"

• "A quiet sedate nature"

• "As sober as a judge"

• "A solemn promise"

• "The judge was solemn as he pronounced sentence"

2. Characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

• "Both sides were deeply in earnest, even passionate"

• "An entirely sincere and cruel tyrant"

• "A film with a solemn social message"