severely

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(se-vere-ly) 3 syllables

Definition

adverb. in a very serious or harsh way.

Example Sentence

He was severely injured when he was thrown from his horse.

More Example Sentences

He was severely punished for breaking the rules.

Synonyms

seriously; harshly; critically

Antonyms

mildly; gently; slightly

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Rhymes

  • bierley
  • bierly
  • clearly
  • dearly
  • merely
  • myrlie
  • nearly
  • yearly

  • austerely
  • severely
  • sincerely

  • cavalierly
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