the probability and severity of loss or adverse impact from exposure to various hazards
Condition or event that increases the frequency or severity of a problem. Cause which is not self sufficent and which contribute to something. e.g being absent.
Severity is the condition of being severe. Sentences with severity: "The criminals were punished based on the severity of their crimes." "Mom did not know the severity of the damage."
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The definition of a sprain is the tearing or stretching of ligaments. Sprains are usually classified in severity from grade I through grade III. To answer your question a twisted ankle can result in a grade I through III sprain or no sprain at all depending on the severity of the trauma (twisting).
The severity of the crime meant the judge had no choice but to sentence him to be hanged.We have never experienced a storm of this severity before.He did not realise the severity of his actions until he saw the police waiting for him outside.
The Wake of Severity was created in 1989.
Given the severity of his symptoms, he needs to stay in the hospital overnight. Due to the severity of the blizzard, schools are closed today. He still stutters occasionally, but the severity has decreased significantly.
Likelihood is the chance that something will happen. Severity is how bad it will be if it does happen.
Obstruction of justice is the act of interfering with the due process of law. The penalty varies widely depending on the severity and the laws in your jurisdiction. Some such acts are considered felonies.
the severity of crashing your car increases with alcohol use
Severity Index= no. of fatal accidents / total no. of injury accidents