adjective
Other Word Forms
- nonserous adjective
- serosity noun
- serousness noun
Etymology
Origin of serous
Example Sentences
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The IMF noted that the world economy still faces serous risks.
From Seattle Times
The amber alert "requires social and healthcare services to target specific actions at high-risk groups", but is one stage lower than the most serous level four red warning issued in last month's heatwave.
From BBC
Diagnosed in 2013 with serous papillary uterine cancer, a rare and aggressive variety, I went through the full “cut poison burn” treatment of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
From Washington Post
“We know that people 65 and older are at much greater risk of serous illness and death from this disease — they need equal access to tools that can help keep them safe.”
From Washington Post
He may seem casual, but his presence is serous business.
From Washington Times
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