definition of
harsh

[1] #1 harsh a. [coarse] of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles; "coarse meal"; "coarse sand"; "a coarse weave". wn

[2] #2 harsh s. [rough] unkind or cruel or uncivil; "had harsh words"; "a harsh and unlovable old tyrant"; "a rough answer". wn

[3] #3 harsh s. severe; "a harsh penalty". wn

[4] #4 harsh s. [abrasive] sharply disagreeable; rigorous; "the harsh facts of court delays"; "an abrasive character". wn