severe

[səˈvir]

Definition:
1. Very serious or difficult.
2. Causing great pain, difficulty, damage, etc.

Use 'severe' in a sentence:

• 1. The severe thunderstorm caused so much damage that recovery would take years.
• 2. The family faced severe challenges when he lost his job.
• 3. Something that happens to you that is severe or unfair.
• 4. The thunderstorms are very severe, I have seen lightning countless times tonight.