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Meaning Of Severe
superl.
Serious in feeeling or manner; sedate; grave; austere;
not light, lively, or cheerful.
superl.
Very strict in judgment, discipline, or government;
harsh; not mild or indulgent; rigorous; as, severe criticism; severe
punishment.
superl.
Rigidly methodical, or adherent to rule or principle;
exactly conformed to a standard; not allowing or employing unneccessary
ornament, amplification, etc.; strict; -- said of style, argument, etc.
superl.
Sharp; afflictive; distressing; violent; extreme; as,
severe pain, anguish, fortune; severe cold.
superl.
Difficult to be endured; exact; critical; rigorous;
as, a severe test.