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severe(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (harsh)
a. severo (punishment or criticism)
I think the punishment was too severe for a child.Yo creo que el castigo fue demasiado severo para un niño.
2. (critical)
a. grave (illness or problem)
There's still no treatment available for this severe illness.Todavía no existe un tratamiento para esta grave enfermedad.
b. serio (problem or consequences)
She was involved in a severe car accident that put her in a coma.Estuvo involucrada en un serio accidente de carro que la dejó en coma.
3. (extreme)
a. duro (weather or winter)
The north of the country is experiencing severe weather conditions.El norte del país se halla expuesto a condiciones climáticas duras.
b. riguroso (weather or winter)
We should brace ourselves for a long and severe winter.Debemos prepararnos para un largo y riguroso invierno.
d. grande (pain or shortage)
The pipe burst resulted in a severe loss of pressure.La rotura de la tubería ocasionó una gran pérdida de presión.
4. (demanding)
a. duro (situation or training)
Having to live in different countries was a severe test for their relationship.Tener que vivir en países distintos fue una prueba difícil para su relación.
b. difícil (situation or training)
The soldiers had to endure severe training.Los soldados tuvieron que soportar un entrenamiento difícil.
5. (stern)
a. severo (look or expression)
The coach had a severe look on her face after losing the game.La entrenadora tenía una mirada severa después de perder el partido.
b. serio (look or expression)
Despite her severe appearance, she is a very warm person.A pesar de su apariencia tan seria, ella es una persona muy cálida.
6. (plain)
b. austero (pejorative) (style or suit)
An offensive word or phrase used to degrade a person or group of people based on race, gender, sexual preference, etc. (e.g., redneck).
The suit she was wearing was too severe. It looked like a uniform.El traje que llevaba puesto era demasiado austero. Parecía un uniforme.
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