Serious – Synonyms

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The word “serious” indicates that something has an important meaning or is in a critical state. Regardless of the context or industry in which this term can be used, the word serious can also stand for weighing up a situation or a decision.

Another word for “serious” is significant or grave. However, more synonyms will be listed in this article.

“Serious” – General synonyms

The following illustrates other words for “serious” that may be used in everyday conversation as well as in academic writing.

  • Critical
  • Grave
  • Important
  • Meaningful
  • Momentous
  • Profound
  • Severe
  • Significant
  • Substantial
  • Thoughtful
  • Weighty

“Serious” synonyms in the sense of grave

Synonyms of the word “serious” in the sense of grave are:

  • Acute
  • Alarming
  • Bad
  • Critical
  • Dangerous
  • Extreme
  • Grievous
  • Grave
  • Severe
  • Worrying

“Serious” synonyms in the sense of important

Synonyms of the word “serious” in the sense of important are:

  • Deep
  • Difficult
  • Far-reaching
  • Fateful
  • Grim
  • Important
  • Momentous
  • Pressing
  • Significant
  • Urgent
  • Weighty
  • Worrying

“Serious” synonyms in the sense of thoughtful

Synonyms of the word “serious” in the sense of thoughtful are:

  • Careful
  • Deep
  • Detailed
  • In-depth
  • Profound
  • Thoughtful

“Serious” synonyms in the sense of deep

Synonyms of the word “serious” in the sense of deep are:

  • Cultured
  • Deep
  • Heavyweight
  • Highbrow
  • Highbrowed
  • Intellectual
  • Literary
  • Scholarly
  • Sophisticated
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“Serious” – Synonyms used in academic writing

In an academic context, the word “serious” is commonly used in the areas of science or institutional work. Likewise, to describe academic misconduct.

However, more synonyms for “serious” used in academic writing will be shown below.

Are you looking for suitable synonyms for “serious” for your academic paper? Have a look at the table below with the top suggestions from our BachelorPrint-Team.

“Serious” Synonyms Examples
Alarming The study revealed a serious issue with…
The study revealed an alarming issue with…
Significant The consequences of this decision are serious.
The consequences of this decision are significant.
Profound The researchers expressed concern about the serious implications…
The researchers expressed concern about the profound implications…
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