214 entries under rough topic. ×

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ruthless(adjective, mean, tough, severe, evil)
17
strenuous(adjective, dull, great, tough, severe)
17
uncompromising(adjective, mean, severe, difficult)
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exacting(adjective, dull, tough, easy, severe)
16
obstinate(adjective, mean, tough, harsh)
16
unbending(adjective, mean, strong, tough, severe)
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unfriendly(adjective, person, mean, evil)
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formidable(adjective, tough, severe, evil, difficulty)
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heavy(adjective, person, dull, body, strong)
14
unpleasant(adjective, mean, cool, tough, severe)
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mean(adjective, person, cool, tough, severe)
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unforgiving(adjective, mean, tough, severe)
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bitter(adjective, strong, love, tough, severe)
11
inclement(noun, adjective, nature, severe)
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stringent(adjective, tough, severe, firm)
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excruciating(adjective, evil, nasty, harsh)
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terrible(adjective, difficult, harsh, tender)
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uphill(adjective, great, tough, easy, severe)
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angry(adjective, person, cruel, painful)
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distressing(adjective, difficult, harsh, tender)
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