intense; serious; terrible; describes a high degree of something negative, such as a sickness, weather, or pain

extraordinary; capable; formidable; used to describe someone or something that makes a very strong impression, whether through skill, power, or intensity

harsh; strict; sharp; used for people with a tough personality, a sharp tongue, or animals that are aggressive

force; severity; a piece of one's mind; often used when threatening someone to show them what one is capable of

(ironic) pathetic; terrible; used to mock someone for doing something poorly