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grievous
adjective griev·ous \ˈgrē-vəs\
: causing great sadness, suffering, or pain : very serious or severe
Full Definition of GRIEVOUS
1
: causing or characterized by severe pain, suffering, or sorrow <a grievous wound> <a grievous loss>
2
: oppressive, onerous <grievous costs of war>
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First Known Use of GRIEVOUS
13th century
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grievous
adjective griev·ous \ˈgrē-vəs\
Definition of GRIEVOUS for Kids
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: causing suffering or pain <a grievous injury>
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