severity
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/sɪˈverəti/
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/sɪˈverəti/
how bad or serious something is
The severity of the storm caused widespread damage.
風暴的嚴重性造成了廣泛的破壞。
how strict or harsh a punishment is
The severity of the penalty shocked everyone in court.
懲罰的嚴厲程度震驚了法庭上的所有人。
being strict and not showing kindness
His face showed the severity of his disapproval.
他的臉上顯示出他反對的嚴厲態度。
how difficult or challenging something is
The severity of the test required months of preparation.
測試的難度需要數月的準備。
being plain and simple without decoration
The severity of the design made the room feel cold and empty.
設計的樸素使房間感覺冰冷而空曠。