Definition of severe

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  • severe is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • severe is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • severe is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of severe

  • unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a parent severe to the pitch of hostility
    2. a hefty six-footer with a rather severe mien

    Synonyms

    1. spartan
  • severely simple (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. austere
    2. stark
    3. stern
  • intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality (adjective)

    Examples

    1. severe pain
    2. a severe case of flu

    Synonyms

    1. terrible
    2. wicked
  • very strong or vigorous (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a severe blow

    Synonyms

    1. hard
    2. knockout
  • causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a severe case of pneumonia

    Synonyms

    1. dangerous
    2. grave
    3. grievous
    4. life-threatening
    5. serious
  • very bad in degree or extent (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a severe worldwide depression
    2. the house suffered severe damage

See definition of severe in Merriam Webster