Legal Definitions - serious

Definition: Serious, adjective.

1. Something that is important or weighty, especially in terms of conduct or opinions. For example, a serious violation of rules.
2. Something that is dangerous and could potentially result in death or other severe consequences, such as a serious bodily harm.

Examples:

• He was given a serious warning about his behavior in class.
• The car accident resulted in serious injuries for both drivers.
• The company is facing serious financial difficulties.

The first example illustrates the weightiness of conduct, while the second example illustrates the potential danger of an accident. The third example shows the seriousness of a situation in terms of financial consequences.