Definition
凝重 describes a serious, dignified, and heavy atmosphere or expression — often used for a person's demeanor, a scene, or the tone of an event. It carries a sense of solemnity and weight, not just 'dignified' in a positive sense, but sometimes implying gravity or tension. You'll see it in formal writing or news reports about ceremonies, funerals, or tense moments.
s.v.
solemndignifiedgrave (of expression, atmosphere, tone)
Examples
- 凝重，。Tā de biǎoqíng shífēn níng chóng, hǎoxiàng yǒu shénme zhòngyào de shìqing yào shuō.His expression was very grave, as if he had something important to say.
- ，凝重，。Zànglǐ shàng, qìfēn níng chóng, suǒyǒu rén dōu mòmò āidào.At the funeral, the atmosphere was solemn, and everyone mourned in silence.
- 凝重，。Zhè piān bàodào de yǔdiào níng chóng, fǎnyìng le shìjiàn de yánzhòngxìng.The tone of this report is grave, reflecting the seriousness of the incident.
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