Harsh and Patient

Harsh

Harsh adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.
Usage example: a harsh judge when it comes to drug users and especially drug dealers

Patient is an antonym for harsh.

Nearby Words: harshness, harshly

Patient

Patient adjective - Accepting pains or hardships calmly or without complaint.

Harsh is an antonym for patient.

Nearby Words: patience, patiently

Both words in one sentence

  • Both are relatively calm and dispassionate, but Teo is more harsh, cynical, and blunt, while Lippti is kinder and more patient.
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