harsh
definition
unpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses
example
The harsh sunlight made it impossible to see clearly, forcing us to squint our eyes.
synonyms
severeabrasivecruel
word origin — Old English 'hersce', meaning 'rude, rough, severe'
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Exitunpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses
The harsh sunlight made it impossible to see clearly, forcing us to squint our eyes.