noun
- the process of becoming harsh or more severe
verb
- present participle of harshen; making or becoming harsh
Examples
- The harshening of winter weather forced many animals to migrate south.
- His voice showed a gradual harshening as he grew more frustrated.
- The harshening economic conditions affected small businesses most severely.
- She noticed the harshening of her skin after years of sun exposure.
- The political climate is harshening with each passing day.
- Critics complained about the harshening of immigration policies.