How to Use "Seriously" with Example Sentences

seriously (adv): in a serious way; in an important state

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Used with verbs:

"Can we please seriously talk about things?"
(talk about, speak about, discuss)

"You don't take things seriously."
(take, treat)

"I seriously believe you were wrong."
(believe, doubt, think)

"The rumors seriously damaged my reputation."
(damaged, harmed, hurt)

"I hope they seriously consider my application."
(consider)

Used with adjectives:

"The patient is seriously burned."
(burned, hurt, injured, ill)

"He is seriously committed to his relationship."
(committed, dedicated)

"The thief is thought to be seriously violent."
(violent, dangerous, harmful, aggressive)

"I am seriously concerned about the situation."
(concerned, irritated, annoyed, bothered, upset, worried)