5+ Synonyms for Severely & Similar Words
Definition of severely
- adverb
- to a severe or serious degree; "fingers so badly frozen they had to be amputated"; "badly injured"; "a severely impaired heart"; "is gravely ill"; "was seriously ill"
- with sternness; in a severe manner; "`No,' she said sternly"; "peered severely over her glasses"
- causing great damage or hardship; "industries hit hard by the depression"; "she was severely affected by the bank's failure"
5 synonyms found
Writing tips for "severely"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like badly, gravely, hard can replace "severely" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 5 alternatives available, "severely" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Severely" in song lyrics
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"Staying too much longer would have stunted me severely"
Cale Sampson — 'Til I Met You -
"Dark, black, light dirt but it would burn severely"
Dark Lotus — Black Rain -
"Before I act like sex me god, bust off severely"
E Money Bags f/ Horse, Nas — I Want It
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- What are synonyms for severely?
- Synonyms for severely include: badly, gravely, hard, seriously, sternly.
- How many synonyms does severely have?
- Severely has 5 synonyms.