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单词 hard-line
释义

hard-line

adjective

ˈhärd-ˈlīn How to pronounce hard-line (audio)
: advocating or involving a rigidly uncompromising course of action
hard-liner
ˈhärd-ˈlī-nər How to pronounce hard-line (audio)
noun

Synonyms

  • brassbound
  • cast-iron
  • exacting
  • inflexible
  • rigid
  • rigorous
  • strict
  • stringent
  • uncompromising
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Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

hard-line

adjective

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

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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