severe

/sɪvˈi‍ə/

/səˈvɪɹ/

severe

very bad, harsh, or intense

synonyms : terrible

very strong or vigorous

synonyms : hard

severely simple

synonyms : austere

causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm

synonyms : dangerous

unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment

synonyms : spartan

very bad in degree or extent

Examples

1. The city experienced severe flooding after the heavy rain.

2. The winter was severe with record-breaking snowfall.

3. The country is facing severe economic problems.

4. The building suffered severe damage from the earthquake.