Harshly and Pointedly

Harshly

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

Pointedly and harshly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pointedly" instead an adverb "Harshly".

Nearby Words: harsh, harshness

Pointedly

Pointedly adverb - In such a manner as to make something clearly evident.

Harshly and pointedly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Harshly" instead an adverb "Pointedly".

Nearby Words: point, pointed, pointing
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