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gravely Synonyms

Another word for gravely

Choosing another word for gravely depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

To a serious, severe, or critical degree; in a way that gives cause for great alarm or concern.

Usage Example

"The patient remained seriously ill in the intensive care unit for several days."

Strongest
seriously
severely
critically
Strong
grievously
deeply
acutely
badly
dangerously

• adverb (Context 2)

In a solemn, dignified, or somber manner; without humor or lightness.

Usage Example

"The judge nodded solemnly before delivering the final verdict to the courtroom."

Strongest
solemnly
somberly
soberly
Strong
earnestly
sternly
sedately
pensively

Opposites of gravely

The opposite of gravely shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

slightly
cheerfully
lightheartedly
mildly
lightly
flippantly
jokingly
merrily
See all opposites of gravely

• Nearby Words

gravel
gravelike
gravelly
gravely
graverobber
gravesite
gravestone

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Gravely. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/gravely
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