What does harsh mean?
harsh
Definition
Strong enough to damage skin, fabric or a surface.
Example sentences
My mom puts bleach on everything, but it's way too harsh for my gym clothes.
My mom puts bleach on everything, but it's way too harsh for my gym clothes.
That stain remover is really harsh stuff — it took the color right out of my good silk shirt.
That stain remover is really harsh stuff — it took the color right out of my good silk shirt.