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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

severity

/ˈsɛvɪrɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does severity mean?

noun

The quality of being serious and unyielding in one's attitude or behavior. A state of being extremely serious or severe.

Example

"The severity of the storm caused widespread damage to the city."

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