harshly
|harsh-ly|
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/ˈhɑrʃli/
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/ˈhɑːʃli/
(harsh)
rough and severe
Etymology
Etymology Information
'harsh' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'harsk,' where 'harsk' meant 'rough or coarse.'
Historical Evolution
'harsk' transformed into the modern English word 'harsh' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'rough or coarse,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'severe or cruel.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39