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    Severe

    /səˈvɪr/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    of a very great intensity; serious.
    The region experienced a severe drought, crippling the local agriculture.
    strict or harsh in nature.
    The teacher imposed a severe punishment for cheating on the exam.
    causing great pain, distress, or hardship.
    He suffered from a severe headache that lasted all day.
    grave or extreme in nature.
    The severe weather conditions forced the cancellation of the outdoor concert.

    Etymology

    From Middle English 'severe', from Latin 'severus', meaning serious or strict.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    severe weather
    Extreme weather conditions that can be dangerous.
    severe pain
    Pain that is very intense and difficult to tolerate.
    severe consequences
    Major negative outcomes resulting from a situation.

    Related Words

    severity
    The condition of being severe.
    severely
    In a severe manner; to a very great degree.
    severeness
    The state or quality of being severe.

    Slang Meanings

    Extremely awesome or impressive.
    That party was severe!
    A term to describe something bad or difficult.
    I'm having a severe time with this project.