Severe - definition, pronunciation, transcription
adjective
a severe case of flu
- unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment (syn: spartan)
a hefty six-footer with a rather severe mien
the house suffered severe damage
Extra examples
The storm caused severe damage to the roof.
The patient is in severe pain.
In the most severe cases, the disease can lead to blindness.
He suffered a severe head injury.
He faces severe penalties for his actions.
The war was a severe test of his leadership.
A severe storm warning has been issued.
The company was given a severe penalty for the violation.
The punishments that the government has inflicted on the protesters are severe and unjust.
She has been undergoing treatment for severe depression.
He suffered severe emotional distress as a result of the accident.
...the adverse effects of the drug are too severe to allow it to be marketed...
She suffered a severe concussion after falling on the ice.
The deluge caused severe mudslides.
The severe drought has endangered crops throughout the area.
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