45 entries under severity topic. ×

17
severe(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
15
harsh(adjective, tough, severe, firm, rigid)
12
strict(adjective, severe, harsh, informal)
11
stringent(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
9
cruel(adjective, harsh)
8
stern(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
7
oppressive(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
7
rigorous(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
6
rigid(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
5
austere(adjective, strong, tough, severe, firm)
4
dour(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
3
hard(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
3
exacting(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
3
inclement(adjective, cruel, merciless)
3
tyrannical
2
inflexible(adjective, severe)
2
obdurate(adjective, severe)
2
stiff
2
strait-laced(adjective, tough, severe, firm, harsh)
2
uncompromising
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