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harsh
adjective(harsh)
unpleasantly stern
Synonyms: rough,
Examples:
Wild and harsh country full of hot sand and cactus.
harsh
adjective(harsh)
of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles
Synonyms: coarse,
harsh
adjective(harsh)
sharply disagreeable; rigorous
Synonyms: abrasive,
Examples:
The harsh facts of court delays.
harsh
adjective(harsh)
unkind or cruel or uncivil
Synonyms: rough,
Examples:
Had harsh words.
A harsh and unlovable old tyrant.
harsh
adjective(harsh)
severe
Examples:
A harsh penalty.
harsh
adjective(harsh)
unpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses
Examples:
The harsh cry of a blue jay.
Harsh cognac.
The harsh white light makes you screw up your eyes.
Harsh irritating smoke filled the hallway.

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