Hardhanded
Hardhanded adjective - Difficult to endure.
Usage example: the hardhanded rule of a tyrannical regime
Rigorous and hardhanded are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rigorous" instead an adjective "Hardhanded".
Rigorous
Rigorous adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.
Hardhanded and rigorous are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hardhanded" instead an adjective "Rigorous".
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