stern
UK/stә:n/US
IELTSTOEFLGREB2
Definitions
adj.
Strict, severe, and uncompromising in manner or appearance
严厉的，严格的，坚定的
n.
The rear end of a ship or boat
船尾，艉部
Root Breakdown
Native Englishsternother
=stern
Common Collocations
- 1.stern warning严厉警告
- 2.stern look严厉的眼神
- 3.stern face严肃的表情
- 4.stern measures严厉的措施
Example Sentences
- 1.
The stern teacher gave a warning look that immediately silenced the noisy classroom.
- 2.
The judge issued a stern warning to the defendant about future conduct.
- 3.
Despite his stern exterior, he was known to be kind-hearted to those in need.