sɛvˈrɪti

Definitions

1. noun

the quality or state of being severe; the degree to which something is severe or extreme

“The severity of the storm caused widespread power outages.”

2. noun

a measure of the severity of a crime or punishment

“The severity of the sentence was debated by the judge.”

3. noun

a quality of being serious or stern in manner or expression

“The severity of her expression made it clear she was not to be trifled with.”

4. noun

a degree or level of something, especially a disease or illness

“The severity of her condition required immediate medical attention.”

5. verb

to make something more severe or extreme

“The drought has been severing the crops in the region.”