solemnity

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The quality or condition of being solemn.

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A solemn observance or proceeding.

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A rite or ceremony performed with religious reverence; a ceremonial or festal occasion; ceremony in general; celebration; festivity.

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The state or character of being solemn; gravity; impressiveness; solemness: as, the solemnity of his manner; a ceremony of great solemnity.

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Affected or mock gravity or seriousness; an aspect of pompous importance.

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In law, a solemn nr formal observance; the formality requisite to render an act valid.

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A rite or ceremony performed with religious reverence; religious or ritual ceremony.

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ceremony adapted to impress with awe.

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Ceremoniousness; impressiveness; seriousness; grave earnestness; formal dignity; gravity.

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Hence, affected gravity or seriousness.