Severity Definition

severity
noun
  1. used of the degree of something undesirable e.g. pain or weather
  2. something hard to endure; "the asperity of northern winters"
  3. extreme plainness
  4. excessive sternness; "severity of character"; "the harshness of his punishment was inhuman"; "the rigors of boot camp"

"Severity" in song lyrics

See how severity is used in real songs:

  • "But I don't think he knows the severity"
    DJ KaySlay f/ Eminem, Obie Trice — I'm Gone
  • "And when it rebuts, recipricates us with severity"
    Down Under Beats Crew — Its Unnatural
  • "definition of severity"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "severity"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "severity" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for severity to find words that pair well.

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