severely
/sɪˈvɪəli/ · /səˈvɪrli/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4582 in the learning path
严重地；极度地
Definitions
adv. to a very serious or extreme degree
严重地；极度地
adv. in a strict or harsh manner
严厉地
Example
The storm severely damaged the roof of our house.
暴风雨严重损坏了我们家的屋顶。
Limited access to clean water can severely affect public health and restrict economic development in rural communities.
难以获得清洁水源会严重影响公众健康，并制约农村社区的经济发展。
Collocations
- severely damaged
- severely affected
- severely limited
- criticise severely
Word family
- severe (adj.)
- severity (n.)
Synonyms
- seriously
- harshly
Antonyms
- mildly
Usage tip
既可指程度严重，也可指态度严厉，须看搭配。
FAQ
- What does severely mean?
- to a very serious or extreme degree in a strict or harsh manner
- How is severely pronounced?
- UK /sɪˈvɪəli/, US /səˈvɪrli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
