Solemnise (Verb)
Meaning 1
Observe or perform with dignity or gravity; "The King solemnized this day of morning".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The King solemnized this day of morning with a heartfelt speech.
- The judge solemnised the official documents with her signature.
- The group of mourners solemnised the deceased with a moment of silence.
- To mark the 25th anniversary of the company, the CEO solemnized the occasion with a grand ceremony.
- The priest solemnized the marriage between the two loving couples in a beautiful outdoor ceremony.
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Meaning 2
Make solemn and grave; "This ceremony solemnized our hearts".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The judge's stern expression seemed to solemnise the atmosphere in the courtroom even more.
- A moment of silence was held to solemnise the anniversary of the devastating accident.
- The tragic loss of the renowned artist solemnised many hearts in the community.
- Her somber voice helped to solemnise the mood of the mourners at the funeral.
- The national anthem being played in the background seemed to solemnise the grand opening of the important public building.
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Meaning 3
Perform (the wedding ceremony) with proper ceremonies.
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The priest was invited to solemnise the wedding in a small chapel by the lake.
- Their love story came full circle as the judge prepared to solemnise their union.
- As the couple exchanged their vows, the celebrant would solemnise the proceedings.
- The registry office offered a civil ceremony to solemnise the couple's relationship.
- In a beautiful outdoor setting, the minister agreed to solemnise their wedding day.