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stern
01
serious and strict in manner or attitude, often showing disapproval or authority
02
having a serious and uncompromising attitude and firmly enforcing rules or expectations
03
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
04
severely simple
Stern
01
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on
02
the rear part of a ship
03
United States concert violinist (born in Russia in 1920)
Example
Her stern expression conveyed her disappointment in their behavior.
The stern teacher maintained order in the classroom with her strict rules.
His stern warning to the employees reminded them of the importance of meeting deadlines.
The stern judge delivered a harsh sentence to the defendant, emphasizing the severity of the crime.
Despite his stern exterior, he was fair and just in his decisions.
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