Synonyms of hard-line

hard-line

adjective

ˈhärd-ˈlīn 

as in strict

not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards

a hard-line approach to the sentencing of repeat offenders

Synonyms & Similar Words

• strict
• rigorous
• uncompromising
• rigid
• stringent
• steadfast
• inflexible
• exacting
• adamant
• conscientious
• cast-iron
• meticulous
• stubborn
• relentless
• unbending
• scrupulous
• brassbound
• tenacious
• tough
• punctilious
• unflinching
• undeviating
• exact
• close
• implacable
• dogged
• painstaking
• unrelenting
• harsh
• unyielding
• single-minded
• hardened
• fussy
• determined
• firm
• stern
• resolved
• adamantine
• severe
• immovable
• austere
• unsparing
• demanding
• grim
• flinty
• hard
• unappeasable
• hard-hearted
• ironbound

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• flexible
• loose
• lax
• slack
• relaxed
• compliant
• pliant
• pliable
• gentle
• acquiescent
• mild
• easy
• soft
• lenient
• tolerant
• yielding
• merciful
• easygoing
• indulgent
• kindly
• compromising
• negligent
• slovenly
• sloppy
• neglectful
• relenting
• slipshod
• remiss
• spoiling
• pampering
• unfussy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hard-line

And experts fret that the housing space could be harmed by other Trump moves, including his hard-line immigration policies. —Julia Mueller, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025

Will Zillow’s hard-line stance against exclusive listings networks pressure Compass and other brokerages to reconsider? —Kim Velsey, Curbed, 11 Apr. 2025

Johnson engaged in a heated conversation on the floor with House Freedom Caucus Chairman Andy Harris, R-Md., one of the holdouts, and House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., was huddling with hard-line conservatives at one point as well. —Lauren Peller, ABC News, 9 Apr. 2025

Walz had the robust backing of many in his home state’s substantial Muslim population and of hard-line progressives. —Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 7 Mar. 2025