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Severely

/səˈvɪəli/

In an intense, strict, or harsh manner.

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But I am confident you will not judge me too severely.

'You're late,' said the President of the Group severely.

The spectators smiled; and Judge Payderson, noting it, frowned severely.

Originating from the late Middle English period, with roots in Latin severus meaning strict or serious.

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