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severe
adjectivemasculinegeneral usecommon/sɨˈveɾu/se·ve·ro
Definitions
2-2
Extremely intense or serious.
Usage examples
“The patient has a severe infection.”
“The region is experiencing a severe drought.”
Common combinations
severe painsevere conditionssevere storm
-1
Strict, harsh, or demanding.
Usage examples
“The judge was known for being severe but fair.”
“He received severe punishment for his actions.”
Common combinations
severe punishmentsevere criticismsevere wintersevere expression