Severe

Synonyms of severe

• harsh
• intense
• rigorous

Antonyms of severe

• gentle
• mild
• lenient

Collocations of severe

severe pain

Frequency: 80 %

She was in severe pain after the accident.

severe injury

Frequency: 75 %

The athlete suffered a severe injury during the game.

severe weather

Frequency: 70 %

The region experienced severe weather conditions during the storm.

severe drought

Frequency: 65 %

The region was facing a severe drought that affected the crops.

severe consequences

Frequency: 60 %

Failing to meet the deadline could have severe consequences for the project.

Idiomatic Expressions for severe

• Phrase: severe punishment
  Meaning: harsh or strict consequences for wrongdoing
  Usage: The judge handed down a severe punishment to the convicted criminal.