severe
Translation
severe, serious, harsh, intense
Examples
He is suffering from a severe illness.
He is suffering from a severe illness.
The storm caused severe damage.
The storm caused severe damage.
She faced severe criticism for her decision.
She faced severe criticism for her decision.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) modifies a noun The country is facing a severe food shortage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: harsh, strict, serious; Antonyms: mild, gentle
Etymology
From Latin 'severus' meaning 'serious, grave, strict'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'severe' winter. It's not just cold, it's seriously, intensely cold.