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stern
01
strict, sévère
serious and strict in manner or attitude, often showing disapproval or authority
Exemples
The stern teacher maintained order in the classroom with her strict rules.
L'enseignante sévère maintenait l'ordre dans la classe avec ses règles strictes.
Despite his stern exterior, he was fair and just in his decisions.
Malgré son apparence sévère, il était juste et équitable dans ses décisions.
02
sévère, rigoureux
(of actions, policies, or statements) severe and uncompromising, often implemented to enforce discipline or control
Exemples
The new regulations imposed stern penalties for environmental violations.
Les nouvelles réglementations ont imposé des pénalités sévères pour les violations environnementales.
The school implemented stern rules to prevent cheating during exams.
L'école a mis en place des règles strictes pour empêcher la triche pendant les examens.
03
not capable of being appeased, softened, or persuaded
Exemples
The judge remained stern despite the defendant's pleas.
Her stern refusal left him no options.
04
plain or very simple in style or appearance
Exemples
The room had a stern, minimalist design.
His attire was stern, without any decoration.
Stern
InformalExemples
She joked that her stern could n’t handle another long bike ride without a padded seat.
Elle a plaisanté en disant que son postérieur ne supporterait pas une autre longue balade à vélo sans selle rembourrée.
Sitting on the rocky ground made his stern feel sore after a while.
S'asseoir sur le sol rocheux a rendu son postérieur douloureux après un certain temps.
02
the rear or aft part of a ship or boat
Exemples
The passengers gathered at the stern to watch the sunset.
The crew worked on the stern of the vessel.
Arbre Lexical
sternly
sternness
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