273 entries under hard topic. ×

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discordant(adjective, quiet, severe, sharp)
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inclement(adjective, nature, quiet, severe)
11
sharp(adjective, severe, nasty, harsh)
10
bitter(adjective, strong, tough, severe)
10
blunt(verb, adjective, open, direct)
10
brusque(adjective, open, direct, rude)
10
fierce(adjective, simple, harsh, violent)
10
formidable(adjective, tough, nasty, difficult)
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heavy(noun, adjective, calm, strong)
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inconsiderate(adjective, sharp, harsh, rude)
10
uncut(adjective, raw, basic, incomplete)
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unpleasant(adjective, severe, nasty, difficult)
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austere(adjective, strong, simple, tough)
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cacophonous(adjective, quiet, severe, sharp)
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strident(adjective, severe, sharp, harsh)
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ungracious(adjective, severe, rude, coarse)
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cursory(adjective, raw, vague, basic)
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curt(adjective, open, direct, rude)
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discourteous(adjective, severe, sharp, harsh)
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guttural(adjective, sound, severe, sharp)
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