earnest synonyms

earnest

modif.

  1. Zealous

    sincere, determined, heartfelt, warm; see diligent, enthusiastic 2, 3.

  2. Solemn

    serious, grave, sober, weighty; see solemn 1. See syn. study at serious.

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