91 entries under harsh topic. ×

26
grim(adjective, appearance, strong, hard, tough)
14
dour(adjective, person, tough, severe, evil)
13
cold(adjective, person, severe, indifferent)
10
stern(adjective, appearance, tough, severe, firm)
10
unpleasant(adjective, person, tough, offensive)
9
austere(adjective, appearance, strong, hard, tough)
9
severe(adjective, appearance, strong, hard, tough)
8
cruel(adjective, person, appearance, strong, hard)
7
dangerous(adjective, dark, unpleasant, gloomy)
5
sour(adjective, hard, tough, severe)
4
grave(adjective, close, hard, severe)
4
strict(adjective, strong, hard, tough, severe)
4
tough(adjective, strong, hard, severe, firm)
3
fierce(adjective, hard, tough, terrible)
3
hard(adjective, person, strong, tough, severe)
3
hard-hearted(adjective, person, hard, tough)
3
heavy(adjective, strong, hard, tough, severe)
3
rugged(adjective, strong, hard, tough)
3
serious(adjective, close, strong, hard, tough)
3
stiff(adjective, hard, cool, severe)
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