Harshen and Soften

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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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Soften is an antonym for harshen.

Soften verb - To diminish the physical strength of.

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Harshen is an antonym for soften.

Nearby Words: soft, softness, softly, softening, softy

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