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The story used earnest in an important scene.
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Earnest means serious and sincere.
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Showing sincere and serious care.
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MeaningEarnest means serious and sincere.
ExampleExample: The story used earnest in an important scene.
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- Syllables
- ur · nist
- Strongest beat
- ur
- Ending
- nist
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ur.
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