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severe

The word “severe” has 2 syllables: se-vere

It's pronounced as /sɪˈvɪr/

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In the thesaurus, “severe” has 210 synonyms and 154 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for severe along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for severe

Antonyms for severe

Meanings of severe

  • adjective
    1. Very bad or intense.
    2. Strict or harsh.
    3. Sober, plain in appearance, austere.

Example Sentences

  • The region experienced severe weather last night.
  • He suffered severe injuries in the accident.
  • The company faced severe financial losses.
  • The teacher issued a severe warning to the students.
  • There is severe criticism of the new policy.

On this page you'll find 364 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to severe, such as: Augean, abstract, abstruse, absurd, accepting, accessible, achievable.

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