Harsh — synonyms, definition

1. harsh (a) N. Amer

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2. harsh (Adjective) N. Amer

abrasive

harsh (Adjective) — Unpleasantly stern. ex. "wild and harsh country full of hot sand and cactus"

harsh (Adjective) — Disagreeable to the senses. ex. "the harsh cry of a blue jay" ex. "harsh cognac" ex. "the harsh white light makes you screw up your eyes" ex. "harsh irritating smoke filled the hallway"

harsh (Adjective) — Of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles. ex. "harsh meal"

harsh (Adjective) — Unkind, cruel or uncivil. ex. "had harsh words" ex. "a harsh and unlovable old tyrant"

harsh (Adjective) — Severe. ex. "a harsh penalty"

harsh (Adjective) — Sharply disagreeable; rigorous. ex. "the harsh facts of court delays"

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3. harsh (Verb) N. Amer

dis diss harsh on

harsh (Verb) — Criticize harshly. ex. "the teacher keeps harshing on the same kid" ex. "Stop harshing on yourself. Who said you're the ugly sister?"

harsh (Verb) — (slang) put a damper on (a mood). ex. "well, that just totally harshed my buzz"

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