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Imposing or constituting a physical, mental, or figurative load
“I grew up in poor and severe conditions, determined to make something of myself.”
Significant in the degree of importance or seriousness, typically requiring immediate action or attention
“Due to a downturn in sales, the company's finances this quarter appear to be fairly severe.”
Demanding great ability, skill, or resilience
“Having to go through files and records dating back decades is a rather severe task.”
Harsh, usually to a disproportionate degree
“The commission will be placing severe restrictions on the rights of broadcasters to offer online services.”
Strict or harsh in the treatment of others
“She subjected her son to a severe tongue-lashing for his misdemeanor.”
Having a harsh or menacing demeanor or nature
“Clegane was a tall and powerful man who regularly wore a severe expression on his face.”
(of a pain or discomfort) Causing discomfort by its harshness
“The constant nagging and complaining would give me a severe headache.”
(of the elements) Causing discomfort by its harshness
“The little town had to be rebuilt following the devastation caused by the severe flood.”
(of cold weather or climate) Causing discomfort by its harshness
“A severe winter storm has enveloped much of the east coast, delivering snow and strong winds.”
Very plain in style or appearance
“He typically wears impeccably tailored suits in the traditional, severe English style.”
Without pity or compassion
Causing distress, dread or alarm
Hostile, rude or contemptuous in nature
Making strict requirements
Suggestive of being angry or in a foul mood
Showing a brooding ill humor
Disturbing in nature, causing anxiety or concern
Lacking moderation or control in one's behavior or habits
Feeling, or causing, (typically slight or stinging) pain
Of or pertaining to the Puritans, or to their doctrines and practice
Very shocking or upsetting
Inclined to find fault too readily
Flowing heavily or in large quantities
Significant in degree of importance or urgency
To a total, utter or complete degree
Incapable of being repaired, amended, cured or rectified
Of low social rank or status
Not excessively bright, flashy or showy
Used as an intensifier
Free from indecency or obscenity
Cold, unfriendly, or lacking in emotion
Resembling a squawk
Accurate and careful about minor details
Squeezed or confined
Direct and without attempting to disguise unpleasantness
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