This is the 3285th most frequent French word.
sévère
Strict or harsh.
In this context, 'sévère' describes the teacher's strict and stringent behavior in enforcing rules.
Le professeur a été très sévère avec les élèves aujourd'hui.
The teacher was very strict with the students today.
Here, 'sévère' signifies the harshness or intensity of the punishment imposed.
Une punition sévère a été donnée pour ce comportement.
A severe punishment was given for this behavior.
In this sentence, 'sévère' refers to the seriousness and intensity of the damage caused by the storm.