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severe (adjective)

1. Characterized by strictness, rigidity, or seriousness, often referring to a person or their actions.

Example sentence: The teacher's severe discipline discouraged any misbehavior in the classroom.

2. Having a strong or intense effect; causing great discomfort, pain, or hardship.

Example sentence: The patient experienced severe headaches after the surgery.

3. Describing something extremely intense, extreme, or grave.

Example sentence: The country faced severe economic turmoil after the stock market crash.

strict (adjective)

1. Firm or uncompromising in adhering to rules or standards; demanding obedience or compliance.

Example sentence: The school has strict policies regarding tardiness.

2. Following a precise set of guidelines or limitations.

Example sentence: The judge gave strict instructions to the jury during the trial.

3. Narrow or limited in interpretation, meaning, or application.

Example sentence: The word "handicap" has a very strict definition in golf.

harsh (adjective)

1. Unpleasant or rough in manner, tone, or action.

Example sentence: The boss's harsh criticism left the employee feeling demotivated.

2. Rough or grating when perceived by the senses.

Example sentence: The driver had to slow down due to the harsh weather conditions.

3. Severe or rigorous.

Example sentence: The climbers faced harsh conditions while ascending the mountain.

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