Severe

German Meaning

ernst

schwer

stark

streng

hart

heftig

erheblich

schlimm

hoch

scharf

massiv

empfindlich

strikt

rau

herb

grimmig

English Meaning

  1. Unsparing, harsh, or strict, as in treatment of others: a severe critic.
  2. Marked by or requiring strict adherence to rigorous standards or high principles: a severe code of behavior.
  3. Stern or forbidding, as in manner or appearance: spoke in a severe voice.
  4. Extremely plain in substance or style: a severe black dress.
  5. Causing great discomfort, damage, or distress: a severe pain; a severe storm.
  6. Very dangerous or harmful; grave or grievous: severe mental illness.
  7. Extremely difficult to perform or endure; trying: a severe test of our loyalty.

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