severely

US /səˈvɪrlɪ/

UK /sə'vɪrlɪ/

A2

adverb

  • Extremely bad or harsh
  • In a critical or disapproving manner.
  • To a great or intense degree; extremely.
  • To a great or intense degree
  • In a very serious or harsh manner.
  • In a very strict or harsh manner
  • To a great or intense degree.
  • In a strict or harsh manner.
  • In a strict or harsh manner; sternly.
  • In a critical or unfavorable manner.