"sever" as verb
1 - To cut free.
2 - To suffer disjunction; to be parted or separated.
3 - To make a separation or distinction; to distinguish.
sever
/ˈsɛv.ɚ/
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Definition
Sever means to cut or separate something completely. It often implies a violent or forceful action, like cutting a rope or a branch. When you sever a relationship, you end it completely and permanently.
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Synonyms
1 - split
2 - separate
3 - divide
4 - disconnect
5 - break
6 - disrupt
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Antonyms
1 - join
2 - connect
3 - unite
4 - link
5 - merge
6 - combine
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Examples in Context
1 - The surgeons worked swiftly to sever the tissue without affecting nearby areas.
1 - Los cirujanos trabajaron rápidamente para cortar el tejido sin afectar las áreas cercanas.
2 - Some kind of iron clippers were used to sever the toe.
2 - Se usaron algún tipo de pinzas de hierro para cortar el dedo.
3 - The witness chose to sever all ties with the criminal organization immediately.
3 - El testigo decidió romper todos los lazos con la organización criminal de inmediato.
4 - He had to sever all ties with his toxic friends to move forward.
4 - Tuvo que romper todos los lazos con sus amigos tóxicos para poder avanzar.
5 - I thereby request you sever their cases and schedule separate trials.
5 - Por lo tanto solicito separar los casos y programar juicios separados.
6 - He chose to sever all ties with social media for his mental health.
6 - Eligió romper todos los lazos con las redes sociales por su salud mental.
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