serious-minded
adjective
characterized by seriousness of intention, purpose, thought, etc.; earnest.
serious-mindedness
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a word derived from
serious-minded.
Example Sentences
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“This is time for serious-mindedness when it comes to facing these dire threats.”
From Washington Post ● May 8, 2022
Yet observers might be surprised by the conscientiousness of most public servants, or by the scope and serious-mindedness of the fact-checking operation in the White House or a typical campaign.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 22, 2016
The fact that New Mexico went out of its way to declare a state cookie before anyone else did speaks to a serious-mindedness that this map would be remiss not to respect.
From Slate ● Aug. 24, 2014
Yet for all her serious-mindedness, Sally took a delight in absurdity.
From The Guardian ● Aug. 10, 2010
His near-sightedness, his serious-mindedness, have militated against him, but it seems probable that he will prove the very best ruler Sweden could desire at the present juncture.
From Norwegian Life by Ethlyn T. Clough
