Stern (Adj.):
Pronunciation: /stɜːrn/
Word Meaning:
- Strict or severe in manner or appearance.
- Firm, unyielding, or uncompromising.
Uses in Sentence:
- The teacher gave a stern warning to the students about their behavior in the classroom.
- His stern demeanor often intimidated those around him.
- The captain’s stern command kept the crew in line during the storm.
Synonyms:
- Strict
- Severe
- Harsh
- Austere
- Rigorous
Antonyms:
- Gentle
- Mild
- Lenient
- Easygoing
- Permissive
Word Meaning in Hindi: कठोर (Kathor) / सख्त (Sakht)
Word uses in Hindi:
- शिक्षक ने विद्यार्थियों को कक्षा में उनके व्यवहार के बारे में कठोर चेतावनी दी। (The teacher gave a stern warning to the students about their behavior in the classroom.)
- उसका कठोर रवैया अक्सर उसके आस-पास के लोगों को डराता था। (His stern demeanor often intimidated those around him.)
- कप्तान का सख्त आदेश तूफान के दौरान नौकरशाही को लाइन में रखता था। (The captain’s stern command kept the crew in line during the storm.)