Definitions of solemnity

1. a solemn and dignified feeling

2. a trait of dignified seriousness

3. ceremony adapted to impress with awe.

4. Ceremoniousness; impressiveness; seriousness; grave earnestness; formal dignity; gravity.

5. Hence, affected gravity or seriousness.

6. Solemn state or feeling; awe or reverence; also, that which produces such a feeling; as, the solemnity of an audience; the solemnity of Westminster Abbey.

7. A solemn or formal observance; proceeding according to due form; the formality which is necessary to render a thing done valid.

8. A sacred rite or ceremony; a formal and grave celebration; gravity; impressiveness; seriousness.

9. Quality of being solemn; a solemn ceremony; deep gravity.

10. The state of being solemn.

11. Something solemn; a religious rite; legal formality.

12. A ceremony performed with religious reverence; a religious ceremony; a ritual performance; a ceremony adopted to impress awe; gravity; seriousness; impressiveness; affected gravity.

13. An impressive religious ceremony; manner of acting adapted to impress awe; gravity; steady seriousness.