Harsh

harsh (härsh) adj. harsh·er, harsh·est

• 1. Disagreeable to one of the senses, as:

a. Disagreeable to the sense of hearing: a harsh voice.

b. Disagreeable to the sense of sight: harsh lighting.

c. Unpleasantly coarse and rough to the touch: harsh burlap.

• 2. Unpleasant, uncomfortable, or hostile to survival: a harsh wilderness; a harsh winter.
• 3. Severe, cruel, or exacting: harsh punishment; a harsh overseer.
• 4. Disagreeable to the mind or feelings: harsh words.
• 5. Expressing displeasure or disapproval: gave me a harsh look.

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