harsh
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To negatively criticize.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Quit harshing me already, I said that I was sorry!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To put a damper on (a mood).
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “harsh” mean?
To negatively criticize.
Is “harsh” formal or informal?
harsh is generally slang.