Synonym: austere, harsh, rough, stern, strict, stringent. Antonym: lenient. Similar words: severely, several, seventh, ever, never, every, fever, over there. Meaning: [sɪ'vɪr /-'vɪə] 
adj. 1. intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality 2. very strong or vigorous 3. severely simple 4. unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment 5. causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm 6. very bad in degree or extent.
adj. 1. intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality 2. very strong or vigorous 3. severely simple 4. unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment 5. causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm 6. very bad in degree or extent. 
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31. The building industry is experiencing a severe downturn in its workload.
32. The wrong chemical balance can cause severe distortion of the photographic image.
33. In cases of severe mental handicap, constant supervision is recommended.
34. The Roman Empire came under severe pressure from the barbarians across the Rhine.
35. This is a school for children with severe learning difficulties.
36. Severe migraine can be treated with a drug which constricts the blood vessels.
37. As it was her first conviction for stealing, she was given a less severe sentence.
38. Steve passed out on the floor and woke up blinded and in severe pain.
39. Fire has caused severe damage to the contents of the building.
40. She continued to have severe stomach cramps, aches, fatigue, and depression.
41. Several pupils were designated as having moderate or severe learning difficulties.
42. His injuries are severe.
43. The manager earned himself a severe reprimand for criticizing the referee.
44. Because it was his first offence, the punishment wasn't too severe.
45. The team secured pictures of prisoners showing signs of severe beatings.
46. Losing his job was a severe blow to his confidence.
47. The drugs had a severe effect on her short-term memory.
48. In severe cold, your fingers can freeze onto metal handles, so be sure to cover your hands.
49. The government is currently facing severe criticism.
50. He suffered a severe blow to the head.
51. His mother dealt him a severe scolding.
52. The most severe weather is yet to come.
53. She suffered severe bruising to her arms and legs.
54. These policies could cause severe economic and social dislocation.
55. There are severe penalties for late payment of taxes.
56. Her lack of experience is a severe disability.
57. His actions provoked severe criticism from civil rights groups.
58. Severe drought has afflicted the region.
59. There is expected to be a severe frost tonight.
60. The punishments inflicted on the children were too severe.
More similar words: severely, several, seventh, ever, never, every, fever, over there, for ever, however, ever so, reverse, everyone, every bit, ever since, every other, never mind, every time, in every way, sovereignty, whatsoever, everything, nevertheless, more than ever, here and there, over and over, here, there, where, sphere.