gamely vs in earnest

gamely

adv
  • In a game or plucky manner; in a willing and spirited fashion. 

adj
  • Of or pertaining to game. 

  • Sportive; lively; joyful. 

in earnest

adv
  • Having a sincere intent. 

  • With considerable commitment, determination, or effect; significantly. 

adj
  • Sincere; determined; truthful. 

How often have the words gamely and in earnest occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )