What does severity mean?
Severity means The state of being severe..
Severity
/sɪˈvɛɹ.ɪ.ti/ · noun
Meaning
The state of being severe..
Definitions by Sense
- The state of being severe.
- The degree of something undesirable; badness or seriousness.
Example Sentences
[…] the fear of God whereof ' tis written Keeper : But not the fear of punishment for sin And I can see that the uncertainty In which we act is a severity , A cruelty , amounting to injustice That nothing but God's mercy can assuage . […]
The severity of the offence merits a long prison sentence.
Synonyms for severity
Antonyms for severity
Related Words
Word Forms
- severities
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for severity?
Common synonyms include severeness, asperity, rigour, hardship.
What is the opposite of severity?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use severity in a sentence?
[…] the fear of God whereof ' tis written Keeper : But not the fear of punishment for sin And I can see that the uncertainty In which we act is a severity , A cruelty , amounting to injustice That nothing but God's mercy can assuage . […]
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