harshness
noun/ˈhɑːʃnəs/
/ˈhɑːrʃnəs/
[uncountable]- the fact of being cruel, severe and unkind
- The staff have been treated with undue harshness.
- the fact in weather or living conditions of being very difficult and unpleasant to live in
- the harshness of life on the streets
- the fact of being too strong and bright; the fact of being ugly or unpleasant to look at
- The harshness of the Queensland sun was of concern to the visitors.
- the fact of being unpleasant to listen to
- The engine is designed for reduced noise, vibration and harshness.
- the fact of being too strong and rough and likely to damage something
- The tobacco industry adds flavours to relieve the harshness of the smoke.
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