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Learn the meaning of stern with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.
stern
(adjective)
stern
(adjective)
Meaning
strict and serious in manner
Example
"The teacher had a stern expression as she addressed the class."
Synonyms
severeharshgrim
Antonyms
gentlelenienteasy-going
More about this word
Word origin
From Old English 'styrne', meaning severe or strict.
Related word forms
adjective: sternness
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