What does "harsh" mean?

Vocabulary Word: harsh

1. Definition (adj.) mean; not very nice; harmful

Examples That was a harsh thing that Lisa told her friend. She made her cry and leave work.

2. Definition (adj.) mean, unkind; having a harmful effect because of great strength

Examples The soap was too harsh and made my skin dry.

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United States

please do not be harsh with me, every one deserves to be respected!

Turkey

What she said was really harsh. She should have not said that.