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SEVERELY

(adverb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Severely.

Severely - as an adverb

To a severe or serious degree

Example: "Fingers so badly frozen they had to be amputated"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
badly11gravely14seriously12

With sternness; in a severe manner

Example: "`no,' she said sternly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sternly10

Causing great damage or hardship

Example: "Industries hit hard by the depression"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hard8

Example Sentences

"The patient was severely injured in the car accident."
"The storm severely damaged our house."
"The teacher was severely disappointed with the students' performance."
"The country's economy was severely impacted by the recession."
"She was severely punished for her misconduct."
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Word Game Points

Is SEVERELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, severely is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SEVERELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is SEVERELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, severely is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SEVERELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is SEVERELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, severely is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SEVERELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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