Severity

noun
/sɪˈver.ə.ti/

Meaning

the quality of being extremely serious or harsh; intensity of something bad
the quality of being very serious or harsh

Example Sentences

The severity of the storm caused widespread damage across the city.

The doctor explained the severity of the disease.

Synonyms

harshness, intensity, seriousness, strictness, gravity
Entry 1
harshness, intensity, seriousness, strictness
Entry 2
seriousness, gravity, harshness, intensity

Antonyms

mildness, gentleness, leniency, moderation
Entry 1
mildness, gentleness, leniency, moderation
Entry 2
mildness, gentleness

Collocations

extreme severity, assess severity, reduce severity, severity of illness, severity of damage, severity of punishment
Entry 1
extreme severity, assess severity, reduce severity
Entry 2
severity of illness, severity of damage, severity of punishment

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