earnest
adj 1: characterized by firm belief in the validity of your
opinions; "both sides were deeply in earnest, even
passionate"; "an entirely sincere and cruel tyrant";
"a solemn vow" [syn: {in earnest(p)}, {sincere}, {solemn}]
2: earnest; "one's dearest wish"; "devout wishes for their
success"; "heartfelt condolences" [syn: {dear}, {devout},
{heartfelt}]
3: not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal [syn: {businesslike}]
n : something of value given by one person to another to bind a
contract