Harsh and Harmonious

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Harsh adjective - Disagreeable to one's aesthetic or artistic sense.

Usage example: the harsh lighting in the cafeteria makes the food look slightly off-color

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Harmonious is an antonym for harsh in raucous topic.

Nearby Words: harshness, harshly

Harmonious adjective - Having a pleasing mixture of notes.

Usage example: the naturally harmonious sounds of a forest glen in springtime

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Harsh is an antonym for harmonious in topics: melodious, agreeable.

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