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Asperity Definition & Meaning

asperity
noun
  1. something hard to endure; "the asperity of northern winters"
  2. harshness of manner

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Frequently asked questions

What does asperity mean?
something hard to endure; "the asperity of northern winters" harshness of manner
What part of speech is asperity?
Asperity is a noun.
How many definitions does asperity have?
Asperity has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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