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se·vere·ly
 severely
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- pronunciation:
- sih
vir
li
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adverb |
| definition 1: |
to a very serious degree.
One passenger was severely injured in the accident and was rushed to the hospital.Food supplies were severely depleted. |
| definition 2: |
in a strong and harsh manner.
The employee was severely reprimanded by the supervisor.The governor's action was severely criticized in the press.The headmaster scolded the child severely. |
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