Simple meaning
What does Earnest mean?
Earnest means serious and sincere.
Dictionary definition
Showing sincere and serious care.
Example sentences
Earnest in a sentence
easy
The story used earnest in an important scene.
medium
In class, we discussed how earnest changed the character's choices.
hard
The passage shows how earnest can shape the conflict and outcome of an adventure.
Synonyms
Words like Earnest
actionUse for what someone does in a situation.
meaningUse for understanding in reading context.
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Word family
Earnest word family
Base word
earnest
adjective
earnest
Base form.
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