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harshest
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4 definitions • 9 examples
1
unpleasant
,
unkind
,
cruel
, or more
severe
than is
necessary
:
Examples:
harsh
criticism
The
children
had had a
harsh
upbringing
.
We thought the
punishment
was
rather
harsh
for such a
minor
offence
.
"There is no
alternative
," she said in a
harsh
voice
.
harsh
word He said some
harsh
words
(=
spoke
unkindly) about his
brother
.
2
too
strong
,
bright
,
loud
, etc.:
Examples:
harsh
chemicals
/
lighting
3
unkind
or
cruel
:
Examples:
harsh
criticism
4
severe
and
unpleasant
:
Examples:
a
harsh
winter
harsh
lighting
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