Severe and Strong

Severe

Severe adjective - Very strong or vigorous.
Usage example: a severe blow

Strong is a synonym for severe in harsh topic. In some cases you can use "Strong" instead an adjective "Severe", when it comes to topics like fierce.

Nearby Words: severely, severity, severed

Strong

Strong adjective - Having strength or power greater than average or expected.
Usage example: strong medicine

Severe is a synonym for strong in firm topic. Sometimes you can use "Severe" instead an adjective "Strong", if it concerns topics such as determined, extreme.

Nearby Word: strongly
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