not take (something) lightly



not take (something) lightly

To regard something with a great amount of seriousness or gravity. I hope you aren't taking these allegations lightly—they could mean a life in prison! I can promise you that I won't take this job interview lightly.
See also: lightly, not, take

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Nessa (2)-Hebrew
LornaLAWR-nəEnglish
GerhardGER-hahrt (German), KHER-hahrt (Dutch)German, Dutch, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Ancient Germanic
DarÍOdah-REE-oSpanish
ÅSaAW-sahSwedish
Wilfrith-Anglo-Saxon (Latinized)