Sévère

Sévère is a French term that translates to severe in English. It is often used to describe the intensity or gravity of a situation, condition, or feeling. For instance, one might speak of a sévère illness, meaning a serious or life-threatening one. The term can also apply to non-medical contexts, such as a sévère economic downturn or a sévère reprimand. The degree of severity can range from moderate to extreme, and the context usually clarifies the specific level intended. In legal or administrative contexts, sévère might indicate a significant penalty or consequence. It implies a lack of mildness and a considerable impact. The word originates from the Latin "severus," meaning stern or serious.