harshen


harshen

verb

Definition of HARSHEN

to make more harsh, uncompromising, or severe <recent changes to the drunk driving laws harshen penalties for repeat offenders>
Near Antonyms lessen, moderate, soften
Antonyms ameliorate, ease

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