1 very strict and unkind 严苛的；无情的: a harsh punishment/criticism 严厉的处罚╱批评The judge had some harsh words for the journalist's behaviour. 这个记者的行为受到了法官的严厉批评。

2 unpleasant and difficult to live in, look at, listen to, etc （环境）恶劣的，刺眼的，刺耳的: She grew up in the harsh environment of New York City. 她在纽约市恶劣的环境中长大。a harsh light/voice 刺眼的光；刺耳的声音

3 too strong or rough and likely to damage sth 太强烈的，太粗糙的（可能造成伤害）: This soap is too harsh for a baby's skin. 这种肥皂碱性太大﹐会伤婴儿的皮肤。 ➔harshly adv ➔harshness noun [U]