This is the 12358th most frequent Portuguese word.
severidade
Severity; strictness or harshness.
Here, 'severidade' refers to the strictness or harshness of punishments discussed.
A severidade das punições realizadas foi debatida no congresso.
The severity of the punishments carried out was debated in the congress.
In this sentence, 'severidade' indicates the strictness or sternness in her tone.
Ela falou com severidade ao aluno que não trouxe sua tarefa.
She spoke with severity to the student who did not bring his homework.
Here, 'severidade' is used to denote the intensity or seriousness of the required actions.