severe
severe
Meaning of severe
very bad and dangerous, of weather such as storms
sehr ernst und mit weitreichenden Folgen
Pronunciation
severe with German translation
severe usage examples
The storm caused severe damage.
Der Sturm hat schwere Schäden verursacht.
He has a severe flu.
Er hat eine schwere Grippe.
severe synonyms
What's the difference between severe, heavy, strong, powerful, intense, harsh, violent, and serious
ENHeavy snowfall closed the roads.
ENThe strong winds knocked down trees.
ENA powerful gust broke the window.
ENWe experienced intense rainfall overnight.
Harsh winter or conditions; stresses unpleasantness.
ENThe region has a harsh winter climate.
ENExtreme temperatures are expected this week.
Advanced: broader words
Violent storm; stresses destructive force.
ENA violent storm tore the roof off the barn.
ENHe suffered a serious head injury.
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severe belongs to the topic "Natural Phenomena →". Start with a short set of 3 words so the word is easier to remember in context.
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severe meaning: what does it mean?
very bad and dangerous, of weather such as storms
severe pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
severe is pronounced as /sɪˈvɪə/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
severe definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Der Sturm hat schwere Schäden verursacht. Translation: The storm caused severe damage.
Is severe part of Natural Phenomena vocabulary?
Yes, severe can be learned in the Natural Phenomena topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is severe part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, severe can be learned in the Weather and Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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