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| se·ver·i·ty [ sə vérrətee ] |
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1. state or extent of badness: the state of being very bad, or the extent to which something is bad
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2. strictness or sternness: the state of being very strict or stern
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3. plainness: the plainness or austerity of something such as a building or style of dress
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4. (plural se·ver·i·ties) harsh act or criticism: an instance of harsh treatment or censure
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