Hardness Definition & Meaning
hardness
- noun
- the property of being rigid and resistant to pressure; not easily scratched; measured on Mohs scale
- a quality of water that contains dissolved mineral salts that prevent soap from lathering; "the costs of reducing hardness depend on the relative amounts of calcium and magnesium compounds that are present"
- devoid of passion or feeling; hardheartedness
- the quality of being difficult to do; "he assigned a series of problems of increasing hardness"; "the ruggedness of his exams caused half the class to fail"
- excessive sternness; "severity of character"; "the harshness of his punishment was inhuman"; "the rigors of boot camp"
"Hardness" in song lyrics
See how hardness is used in real songs:
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"You soft, so let me hit you off with all the hardness"
Artifacts — Art of Facts -
"Definitely hittin em with the hardness"
The Lady of Rage — Super Supreme -
"afromosia janka hardness"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with hardness
Usage tips for "hardness"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hardness" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hardness to find words that pair well.