severe (EN)

adjective

adjective “severe”

1. extremely serious or harsh in nature
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   The storm caused severe damage to the houses in the neighborhood.
2. very strict and not showing any warmth or understanding when others make mistakes
   The coach's severe criticism made the players feel discouraged.
3. extremely challenging or hard to deal with
   The blizzard created severe driving conditions on the highway.
4. needing a lot of hard work or effort
   The mountain climb was a severe challenge for the hikers.
5. very simple and without any decoration; not fancy
   The room's severe decor made it feel cold and unwelcoming.