No. 2,959 in French
gravité
Seriousness or severity; gravity (physical or metaphorical).
In a sentence
La gravité de la situation nécessite une action immédiate.
The severity of the situation requires immediate action.
Here, 'gravité' refers to the seriousness or critical nature of a situation.
La gravité est une force fondamentale qui attire les objets vers la Terre.
Gravity is a fundamental force that attracts objects towards the Earth.
Here, 'gravité' denotes the physical force of attraction between masses.
Il a parlé avec gravité, ce qui a donné un ton sérieux à la conversation.
He spoke with gravity, which gave a serious tone to the conversation.
Here, 'gravité' implies a serious and thoughtful manner or tone in behavior or speech.
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