severed
word · lemma: sever
/ˈsɛvɝd/
SEV-urd
/sˈɛvəd/
SEV-uhd
Definition
Cut or separated completely, often used to describe something that has been physically cut off, like a limb, or a relationship that has been ended.
Usage & Nuances
Formal, usually used for dramatic physical separation (a rope, limb, or connection), or metaphorically for completely ending relationships. Unlike 'cut', 'sever' implies total detachment. Common phrases: 'severed ties', 'severed limb'.
Spanish: cortado - separadoPortuguese (BR): cortado - separadoPortuguese (PT): cortado - separadoChinese (Simplified): 切断的 - 分离的Chinese (Traditional): 切斷的 - 分離的Hindi: कटा हुआ - अलग किया हुआArabic: مقطوع - مفصولBengali: কাটা - বিচ্ছিন্নRussian: отсечённый - разорванный - оторванныйJapanese: 切断された - 断ち切られたVietnamese: bị cắt rời - bị tách raKorean: 절단된 - 끊어진Turkish: kopmuş - kesilmiş - sona ermişUrdu: کٹا ہوا - منقطعIndonesian: terputus - terpisah
Example Sentences
The two companies severed their partnership last year.
natural
Rescuers quickly severed the power supply to prevent danger.
natural
She has severed all ties with her old friends.
natural
The rope was severed by a sharp knife.
basic
He had a severed finger after the accident.
basic
All contact was severed after their argument.
basic