A synonym for severe would be serious or grave.
severe, extravagant, strong, extreme
Another word meaning drastic is dire or severe
extreme, strong, radical, severe, harsh
(adj.) rough, irregualr; severe, stern; strong; stormy.
severe, harsh, bleak, dour, grim, hard, stark
Beating can be a word for severe setback. Blow is another word for severe setback.
severe
small ;not major or severe
Another word for sovereign is severe and is used in a pacifistic way. Aplus answer independent.
severe, extravagant, strong, extreme
Unexpected and really bad.
Another word for very strict or harsh is stern.
Another word meaning drastic is dire or severe
hardy
A severe shortage of rain is called a drought ( or a drowth); one of food is called a famine.
extreme, strong, radical, severe, harsh
(adj.) rough, irregualr; severe, stern; strong; stormy.