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severe

The correct spelling is severe.

How to pronounce severe

/sɪˈvɪə/
adjective

IPA: /sɪˈvɪə/

Say it like: Sev-ere

The correct spelling is severe. Very bad or intense. For example: "a severe taskmaster"

Usage Examples

a severe taskmaster

a severe old maiden aunt

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Very bad or intense.
  2. 2.Strict or harsh.
  3. 3.Sober, plain in appearance, austere.

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