/sɪˈvɪr/ – adjective
Definition: Nghiêm trọng.
A more thorough explanation: 1. harsh, extreme, or very difficult
2. very serious; something causing great damage, pain, difficulties, etc
Example: 1. He said severe sentences were needed to mark “society’s outright rejection” of such behaviour.
2. Investigations are ongoing after a third arson attack caused severe damage to a private gym.