- severe; strict; rigid; unsparing; relentless
- hard (to do); difficult; tricky
- intense (e.g. cold); harsh (weather); inclement
adjective (keiyoushi)
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- severe; strict; rigid; unsparing; relentless
- hard (to do); difficult; tricky
- intense (e.g. cold); harsh (weather); inclement
This meaning describes something that shows little mercy or tolerance. It can refer to people who enforce rules or standards rigorously or conditions that are harsh and unyielding.
This meaning is used for describing tasks or situations that pose significant challenges or require considerable effort to accomplish.
This meaning refers to weather conditions that are extreme or severe, often affecting comfort and safety.
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Major Cold: It's the day of the year that the cold is most severe, but you could also say that Spring is just coming around the corner.
She is always playing favorites with a few students but very strict with everyone else.