ADJECTIVE: "having a definite hardness or severity of nature or manner" Crossword Clue

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ADJECTIVE: "having a definite hardness or severity of nature or manner" Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect
2. severe and unremitting in making demands
(noun)
1. the rear part of a ship
2. United States concert violinist (born in Russia in 1920)

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

HARDNESS (noun)
1. devoid of passion or feeling; hardheartedness
2. excessive sternness
DEFINITE (adjective)
1. known for certain
2. precise; explicit and clearly defined

Hint 3: Anagram

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