Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
be-hard-on
phrasal verb
/biː hɑrd ɒn/
Definition
To criticize someone severely or to treat them harshly.
Examples
- My coach is always hard on me during practice.
- Don’t be too hard on yourself; everyone makes mistakes.
- She was hard on her employees, expecting only the best from them.
Meaning
When someone is being hard on you, it means they are being strict or critical, often in a way that feels unfair or overly demanding.
Synonyms
- criticize
- severe
- punish
- moralize
- scold
