She was born with a severe hearing impairment.
She was born with a severe hearing impairment.
English
severe
səˈvɪr
Meaning: severe
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Example sentences
The storm caused severe damage to the roof.
Farmers suffered great losses during the severe drought.
Farmers suffered great losses during the severe drought.
She has a severe allergy to peanuts.
She has a severe allergy to peanuts.
The patient was admitted to the hospital with a severe respiratory infection.
The patient was admitted to the hospital with a severe respiratory infection.
The oil spill had severe downstream effects on the ecosystem.
The oil spill had severe downstream effects on the ecosystem.
We had to stay inside because of the severe thunderstorm.
We had to stay inside because of the severe thunderstorm.
Many children in the war-torn region are suffering from severe malnutrition.
Many children in the war-torn region are suffering from severe malnutrition.
Severe dehydration can be life-threatening if not treated promptly.
Severe dehydration can be life-threatening if not treated promptly.
Usage Notes
Used to describe something bad or undesirable that is very great or intense.
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