Basic Details
Word: Severely
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a very bad or serious way.
Synonyms: Harshly, gravely, seriously
Antonyms: Lightly, gently, mildly
Idioms and Phrases
- Take a severe look: To seriously consider something. Example: "Before deciding, lets take a severe look at the evidence."
- Severely tested: To be put through a difficult challenge or experience. Example: "The team was severely tested during the championship match."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The storm severely damaged many houses in the town.
Example 2: He was severely punished for breaking the school rules.
Example 3: The doctor advised her to take care of her health as she had been feeling severely unwell.
Fun Fact
The word "severe" comes from the Latin word "severus," which means serious or strict. Its use has evolved over centuries but always retained a sense of seriousness.
Famous Quote
"The greatest burden is not the execution of our duties; it is the fear of having failed to do them to the best of our ability." - Artur E. A. Rosenberg
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "severely" mean?
a) In a very good way
b) In a very easy way
c) In a very bad or serious way
d) In a funny way
Answer: c) In a very bad or serious way
2. Which of these is a synonym of "severely"?
a) Lightly
b) Gently
c) Harshly
d) Softly
Answer: c) Harshly
3. Which word is an antonym of "severely"?
a) Seriously
b) Gravely
c) Mildly
d) Harshly
Answer: c) Mildly
4. Which sentence uses "severely" correctly?
a) She severely loved her pet cat.
b) They were severely cold during the winter.
c) The exam was severely easy for him.
d) The teacher spoke severely to the students for being late.
Answer: d) The teacher spoke severely to the students for being late.
5. What does "take a severe look" mean?
a) To consider something seriously
b) To laugh at something
c) To ignore something
d) To express happiness
Answer: a) To consider something seriously
