stern
01
严厉的, 严格的
serious and strict in manner or attitude, often showing disapproval or authority
例子
The stern teacher maintained order in the classroom with her strict rules.
严厉的老师用她严格的规则维持了课堂秩序。
Despite his stern exterior, he was fair and just in his decisions.
尽管他外表严厉，但他的决定是公平公正的。
02
严厉的, 严格的
(of actions, policies, or statements) severe and uncompromising, often implemented to enforce discipline or control
例子
The new regulations imposed stern penalties for environmental violations.
新法规对环境违法行为实施了严厉的处罚。
The school implemented stern rules to prevent cheating during exams.
学校实施了严格的规定以防止考试作弊。
03
not capable of being appeased, softened, or persuaded
例子
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
例子
The room had a stern, minimalist design.
His attire was stern, without any decoration.
Stern
Informal例子
She joked that her stern could n’t handle another long bike ride without a padded seat.
她开玩笑说，没有加垫的座位，她的臀部无法承受另一次长途骑行。
Sitting on the rocky ground made his stern feel sore after a while.
坐在岩石地面上让他的臀部过了一会儿感到疼痛。
02
the rear or aft part of a ship or boat
例子
The passengers gathered at the stern to watch the sunset.
The crew worked on the stern of the vessel.
词汇树
sternly
sternness
stern
