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unadorned(adjective, hard, simple, plain)
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unembellished(adjective, hard, plain, cold)
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acrimonious(adjective, tough, harsh, awkward)
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basic(adjective, hard, cold, austere)
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caustic
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crisp(adjective, short, brief, brusque)
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grim
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intense
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stern(adjective, discourtesy)
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strict
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tart(adjective, open, tough, rough)
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Spartan
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brisk
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correct
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critical(adjective, unbecoming, unattractive)
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cutting
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dour(adjective, tough, harsh, coarse)
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fundamental
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keen
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oppressive
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