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Stern Meaning

Stern means strict and serious.

adjective 5 letters easy word
Dictionary definition

Strict and serious in manner.

Example sentences

Stern in a sentence

easy

The story used stern to describe the setting.

medium

In class, we compared how stern changed the mood of the paragraph.

hard

The writer chose stern language to build a clear atmosphere for the scene.

Synonyms

Words like Stern

clearUse for sharp and easy-to-understand tone or view.
calmUse for gentle, peaceful mood.
Antonyms

Opposite words

noisyUse when sound is loud or busy.
cheerfulUse when mood is bright and positive.
Word family

Stern word family

Base word

stern

adjective

stern

Base form.

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