Ernest

[ ur-nist ]

noun

1. a male given name: from an Old English word meaning “vigor, intent.”

Example Sentences

"To our knowledge, this is the first study showing that neutralization of IL-13 could prevent mortality from a bacterial infection," said Eric Skaar, PhD, MPH, the Ernest W. Goodpasture Professor of Pathology and director of the Vanderbilt Institute for Infection, Immunology and Inflammation.

From Science Daily

In Ruthin, Denbighshire, Ernest Martin, 77, wants to see more regulation around fireworks.

From BBC

Because of contract issues, the Rams traded highly productive linebacker Ernest Jones IV. Another trade later, the new Seahawk takes aim at his old team.

From Los Angeles Times

The Seahawks defense is now led by former Rams linebacker Ernest Jones IV. Before the season, the Rams traded Jones to the Tennessee Titans.

From Los Angeles Times

Because of contract issues, the Rams traded highly productive linebacker Ernest Jones IV. Another trade later, the new Seahawk takes aim at his old team.

From Los Angeles Times