harsh
/hɑːʃ/ · /hɑːrʃ/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3603 in the learning path
严厉的；苛刻的
Definitions
adj. unkind or excessively severe in judging or treating others
严厉的；苛刻的
adj. very difficult or unpleasant to live in or experience
严酷的；恶劣的
adj. unpleasantly strong and uncomfortable to the senses
刺耳的；刺眼的；刺激的
Example
His harsh criticism upset everyone at the dinner table.
他苛刻的批评让餐桌旁的每个人都很难过。
Farmers in regions with harsh climates need reliable irrigation systems to maintain stable food production.
气候恶劣地区的农民需要可靠的灌溉系统来维持稳定的粮食生产。
Collocations
- harsh criticism
- harsh conditions
- harsh punishment
- harsh light
Word family
- harshly (adv.)
- harshness (n.)
Synonyms
- severe
- stern
Antonyms
- gentle
- mild
Usage tip
比strict更强调严厉得令人不快或难以承受。
FAQ
- What does harsh mean?
- unkind or excessively severe in judging or treating others very difficult or unpleasant to live in or experience unpleasantly strong and uncomfortable to the senses
- How is harsh pronounced?
- UK /hɑːʃ/, US /hɑːrʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
