Ameliorate and Harshen

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Ameliorate verb - To make better.

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Harshen is an antonym for ameliorate.

Harshen verb - To make more harsh, uncompromising, or severe.

Usage example: recent changes to the drunk driving laws harshen penalties for repeat offenders

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Ameliorate is an antonym for harshen.

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