harshness

🇬🇧 UK/'hɑ:ʃnis/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

The quality of being harsh, rough, or severe.

严厉,粗糙,刺耳

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
harshother
+
nessstate, quality
=harshness

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The harshness of her voice made everyone in the room uncomfortable.

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