Lectionary Calendar
Thursday, May 1st, 2025
the Second Week after Easter
the Second Week after Easter
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(1):
(superl.) Rigidly methodical, or adherent to rule or principle; exactly conformed to a standard; not allowing or employing unneccessary ornament, amplification, etc.; strict; - said of style, argument, etc.
(2):
(superl.) Very strict in judgment, discipline, or government; harsh; not mild or indulgent; rigorous; as, severe criticism; severe punishment.
(3):
(superl.) Serious in feeeling or manner; sedate; grave; austere; not light, lively, or cheerful.
(4):
(superl.) Difficult to be endured; exact; critical; rigorous; as, a severe test.
(5):
(superl.) Sharp; afflictive; distressing; violent; extreme; as, severe pain, anguish, fortune; severe cold.
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Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Severe'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​s/severe.html. 1828.
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Severe'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​s/severe.html. 1828.