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Plural for the state or quality of being harsh or difficult to endure
“There were various reasons for the high turnover of labor, including the severity of the work conditions and the quality of life in the town.”
Plural for the state or characteristic of being unyielding in one's ways, demands or expectations
“Nature asserted herself under circumstances which might have attempered the severity of her demands.”
Plural for the fact or condition of being grave or having severe consequences
“The most appropriate option will depend on the severity of the situation and the specific nature of the problem.”
Plural for a high or intense level of force or power
“Though the severity of the storm had threatened the destruction of the entire armada, the brave and skillful commanders were never despondent.”
Plural for a lack of warmth or openness in manner or expression
“The old lady looked up into the laughing face, and the severity of her expression immediately yielded.”
Plural for the quality or condition of being plain or uncomplicated in form or design
“This girl would have seemed less fetching to me without that contrast between the relish she obviously had for life and the mourning that seemed indicated by the severity of her attire.”
Plural for a severe or uncomfortable degree of coldness
“It makes its appearance in the daytime, watching for mice, or for those weakly birds which have been compelled by the severity of the cold to take shelter there.”
Plural for cruel or violent behavior or acts
Plural for prolonged cruel or unjust treatment, especially through the exercise of authority
Plural for harshness or sharpness in tone, nature or character
Plural for harsh or severe in nature
Plural for the amount, level, or extent to which something happens or is present
Plural for the fact or state of being unpleasant
Plural for the characteristic of being rough or coarse in manner or disposition
Plural for the quality of being frightful
Plural for a matter of interest or importance
Plural for the state or fact of being crude, vulgar, or generally lacking in class or decorum
Plural for behavior, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency
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