severe

Synonyms of SEVERE

adjective

uncompromising, unbending, inflexible, rigid, exacting, relentless, stern, unalterable

oppressive, harsh, brutal, cruel, hard, extreme, unmerciful, overbearing

strict, austere, unrelieved, astringent, unadorned, simple, plain, ascetic

caustic, acerbic, biting, bitter, cutting, keen, sharp, stinging

grim, forbidding, grave, dour