earnest - Similar and Opposite Words

What is another word for earnest ?

Here are the synonyms for earnest , a list of similar words for earnest from our thesaurus that you can use

Noun

something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract

Synonyms

• earnest

More generic

• security
• surety

More specific

• arles
• earnest money

Adjective

not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal

Synonyms

• businesslike
• earnest

Related

• purposeful

Adjective

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

Synonyms

• earnest
• sincere
• solemn

Related

• serious

Adjective

sincerely earnest

Synonyms

• dear
• devout
• earnest
• heartfelt

Related

• sincere

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