英语词汇“sternness”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

Example Sentences

Adjective He gave me a stern look. the army post's stern commander always had the utmost respect of those who served under him

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

So all the major Na'vi performers are people of color, while the chief authoritarian Earthers are stern Lang and weaselly Giovanni Ribisi.

Darren Franich, EW.com, 16 Sep. 2022 Sheryl Lee Ralph took home a long overdue Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role as stern and seasoned teacher Barbara Howard after 44 years of doing it all on TV.

Keith Nelson, Men's Health, 13 Sep. 2022 Each shining bonnet guarded by stern lance-like leaves.

WSJ, 13 Sep. 2022 Military and security analysts say the operation has demonstrated to the world — and in particular Kyiv’s Western allies — that Putin’s forces are drained and depleted by months of stern Ukrainian resistance.

Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 12 Sep. 2022 His voice, clear and confident, is by turns nakedly vulnerable and eerily stern, hovering over a raw and spooky sonic landscape that entwines Howlin' Wolf, Robert Johnson and David Lynch.

Edna Gundersen, USA TODAY, 11 Sep. 2022 The eatery is run by stern, world-renowned Chef Slowik (played with quiet severity by Ralph Fiennes) and is located on a remote island somewhere in the Pacific Northwest.

Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Sep. 2022 Her stern expression from this event would later become a meme.

Maria Mercedes Lara, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2022 The lithium battery packs, which have a capacity of 150 kWh are in two blocks between the engine and stern seating.

Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 Sep. 2022

Noun

The boat does not have an engine and sails using wind power, with maneuvering assistance from a 19-foot yawl boat that pushes against the stern, the website said.

BostonGlobe.com, 1 Sep. 2022 The ship broke apart into two main sections, with the bow largely intact and the stern considered in an advanced state of decay.

Tim Newcomb, Popular Mechanics, 1 Sep. 2022 Stem to stern, the GOP is sailing with a full complement of unreconstructed chaos agents.

Jason Linkins, The New Republic, 20 Aug. 2022 Rodemeyer did the honors with the net and hoisted the fish over the stern.

Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2022 Outside, the transom door has been fitted with giant windows (again, the clients’ decision) to allow natural light into the beach club in the stern.

Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 28 July 2022 The impressive performance is matched with enough volume at the stern for a tender garage capable of storing a Williams 345 SportJet.

Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2022 The lightest and most technically savvy rowers sit at the two ends—the eight (also known as stroke) and seven seats at the stern, setting the rhythm and pace of the boat, and the two and one seats at the bow keeping the vessel balanced.

Kim O'connell, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 July 2022 Christened Ono, the yacht has a wedge-like silhouette with a sharp reverse bow and a sleek superstructure that tapers to the stern.

Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English sterne, from Old English styrne; akin to Old English starian to stare — more at stare

Noun

Middle English, rudder, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse stjōrn steering, rudder; akin to Old English stīeran to steer — more at steer

First Known Use

Adjective

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

单词	sternness
释义	stern 1 of 2 adjective ˈstərn 1 a : having a definite hardness or severity of nature or manner : austere b : expressive of severe displeasure : harsh 2 : forbidding or gloomy in appearance 3 : inexorable stern necessity 4 : sturdy, stout a stern resolve sternly adverb sternness ˈstərn-nəs noun stern 2 of 2 noun 1 : the rear end of a boat 2 : a hinder or rear part : the last or latter part Synonyms Adjective austere authoritarian flinty hard harsh heavy-handed ramrod rigid rigorous severe strict tough See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Adjective He gave me a stern look. the army post's stern commander always had the utmost respect of those who served under him Recent Examples on the Web Adjective So all the major Na'vi performers are people of color, while the chief authoritarian Earthers are stern Lang and weaselly Giovanni Ribisi. Darren Franich, EW.com, 16 Sep. 2022 Sheryl Lee Ralph took home a long overdue Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role as stern and seasoned teacher Barbara Howard after 44 years of doing it all on TV. Keith Nelson, Men's Health, 13 Sep. 2022 Each shining bonnet guarded by stern lance-like leaves. WSJ, 13 Sep. 2022 Military and security analysts say the operation has demonstrated to the world — and in particular Kyiv’s Western allies — that Putin’s forces are drained and depleted by months of stern Ukrainian resistance. Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 12 Sep. 2022 His voice, clear and confident, is by turns nakedly vulnerable and eerily stern, hovering over a raw and spooky sonic landscape that entwines Howlin' Wolf, Robert Johnson and David Lynch. Edna Gundersen, USA TODAY, 11 Sep. 2022 The eatery is run by stern, world-renowned Chef Slowik (played with quiet severity by Ralph Fiennes) and is located on a remote island somewhere in the Pacific Northwest. Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Sep. 2022 Her stern expression from this event would later become a meme. Maria Mercedes Lara, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2022 The lithium battery packs, which have a capacity of 150 kWh are in two blocks between the engine and stern seating. Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 Sep. 2022 Noun The boat does not have an engine and sails using wind power, with maneuvering assistance from a 19-foot yawl boat that pushes against the stern, the website said. BostonGlobe.com, 1 Sep. 2022 The ship broke apart into two main sections, with the bow largely intact and the stern considered in an advanced state of decay. Tim Newcomb, Popular Mechanics, 1 Sep. 2022 Stem to stern, the GOP is sailing with a full complement of unreconstructed chaos agents. Jason Linkins, The New Republic, 20 Aug. 2022 Rodemeyer did the honors with the net and hoisted the fish over the stern. Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2022 Outside, the transom door has been fitted with giant windows (again, the clients’ decision) to allow natural light into the beach club in the stern. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 28 July 2022 The impressive performance is matched with enough volume at the stern for a tender garage capable of storing a Williams 345 SportJet. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2022 The lightest and most technically savvy rowers sit at the two ends—the eight (also known as stroke) and seven seats at the stern, setting the rhythm and pace of the boat, and the two and one seats at the bow keeping the vessel balanced. Kim O'connell, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 July 2022 Christened Ono, the yacht has a wedge-like silhouette with a sharp reverse bow and a sleek superstructure that tapers to the stern. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Adjective Middle English sterne, from Old English styrne; akin to Old English starian to stare — more at stare Noun Middle English, rudder, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse stjōrn steering, rudder; akin to Old English stīeran to steer — more at steer First Known Use Adjective before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing stern stern chase stern-wheeler stern chaser stern sheets from stem to stern stern chase stern-wheeler stern chaser stern sheets from stem to stern Kids Definition stern 1 of 2 adjective ˈstərn sterner; sternest 1 : hard and severe in nature or manner : very strict and serious a stern judge a stern warning 2 : showing severe displeasure or disapproval The elder's stern expression softened. Brian Jacques, Redwall 3 : firm and not changeable She showed stern determination to succeed. stern 2 of 2 noun : the rear end of a boat Biographical Definition Stern 1 of 2 biographical name (1) ˈstərn Isaac 1920–2001 American (Russian-born) violinist Stern 2 of 2 biographical name (2) Otto 1888–1969 American (German-born) physicist sternness noun as in severity the quality or state of being demanding or unyielding (as in discipline or criticism) the company's new president has a reputation for granitelike sternness and monkish austerity Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance severity strictness rigidity rigidness inflexibility harshness stringency hardness gruffness implacability rigorousness callousness exactingness obduracy dourness rigor pitilessness obstinacy hard-heartedness steadfastness stubbornness firmness resolve monasticism asceticism obdurateness determination austereness austerity Antonyms & Near Antonyms gentleness flexibility tenderness tolerance softness patience mildness kindness forbearance indulgence laxness willingness responsiveness lenience compliance pliancy pliability See More
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