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harshly

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈhɑrʃli/ · UK /ˈhɑːʃli/

harshly means: In a cruel, strict, or unpleasantly forceful way.

adverb

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In a cruel, strict, or unpleasantly forceful way.

  • He spoke harshly to the child.
  • The prisoners were treated harshly.
  • Do not judge yourself too harshly for one mistake.

Similar words: severely, cruelly, sternly

Opposites: gently, kindly

Common phrases: treat someone harshly, judge someone harshly, speak harshly

Questions about harshly

What does harshly mean?

In a cruel, strict, or unpleasantly forceful way.

What is harshly in other languages?

Türkçe: sertçe · Español: duramente · Français: durement · Deutsch: hart · Italiano: duramente · 日本語: 厳しく

How do you pronounce harshly?

In American English /ˈhɑrʃli/; in British English /ˈhɑːʃli/.

How do you use harshly in a sentence?

He spoke harshly to the child. The prisoners were treated harshly.

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