severely

adverb B2

Meaning

The adverb "severely" means to a great degree or in a serious manner, often used to describe the intensity of an action or condition.
💡 A common mistake is using "severely" in contexts where "seriously" or "greatly" might be more appropriate.

Example Sentences

Has the storm severely damaged the houses in your area ?
The company was severely fined for violating environmental regulations .
The storm damaged the house severely last night .
The storm severely damaged many houses in the coastal town .

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