Wordiyoearnest
🇬🇧 UK/'ә:nist/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
adj.
Sincere and serious in intention or feeling; showing genuine commitment.
认真的，诚挚的，热切的
n.
Seriousness of purpose; a deposit or pledge given to confirm a contract.
认真，诚挚；定金，保证金
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native Englishearnestother
=earnest
Common Collocations
- 1.in earnest认真地
- 2.earnest money定金
- 3.earnest desire真诚的愿望
Example Sentences
- 1.
He spoke with earnest conviction about the importance of education.
- 2.
The company required a deposit as earnest before confirming the contract.