severity
//sɪˈvɛrɪti//
Noun
severitySingular
severitiesPlural
1
The quality or state of being severe; extreme seriousness or harshness.
The severity of the storm caused widespread damage across the region.
2
The degree of intensity or seriousness of something unpleasant, such as pain, weather, or punishment.
The severity of the storm caused widespread damage across the region.
3
Strict or harsh treatment; lack of leniency or compassion.
The severity of the punishment surprised everyone in the courtroom.