Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word In an intense, strict, or harsh manner.
Severely
/səˈvɪəli/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
The car was severely damaged in the accident.He was severely criticized for his careless mistake.
Etymology:
Originating from the late Middle English period, with roots in Latin severus meaning strict or serious.
Usage Statistics:
2 mentions per 1 million words 
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