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proper noun
- (given name, male), an occasional spelling variant of Ernest.
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noun
- Seriousness; reality; fixed determination; eagerness; intentness.
verb to earnest
- To use in earnest.
adjective
- ardent, Ardent in the pursuit of an object; eager to obtain or do; zealous with sincerity; with hearty endeavour; heartfelt; fervent; hearty; -- used in a good sense; as, earnest prayers.
- Intent; fixed closely; as, earnest attention.
- serious, Serious; important.
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Etymology: Old English eornost
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