Severely and Sympathetically

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Severely adverb - In a manner so as to cause loss or suffering.

Usage example: the building was severely damaged by the explosion

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Sympathetically is an antonym for severely.

Nearby Words: severe, severity

Sympathetically adverb - In a sympathetic manner.

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Severely is an antonym for sympathetically.

Nearby Words: sympathetic, sympathy

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