Harshly and Lightly

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Harshly adverb - In a manner so as to cause loss or suffering.

Usage example: treated the prisoners harshly, and many died

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Lightly is an antonym for harshly.

Nearby Words: harsh, harshness

Lightly adverb - Without difficulty.

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Harshly is an antonym for lightly.

Nearby Words: light, lighten, lightweight, lightness, lighter

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