severely

Meaning

In a way that is extreme, serious, or harsh.

Examples

• The company was severely affected by the economic downturn.
• He was severely injured in the car accident.

Pronunciation: /sɪˈvɪərli/

Synonyms of severely

Words with a similar meaning to severely:

• greatly
• extremely
• drastically
• critically

Antonyms of severely

Words with the opposite meaning to severely:

• mildly
• slightly