Hardnose

Synonyms of hardnose

• strict
• authoritarian
• tough

Antonyms of hardnose

• soft
• easygoing
• lenient

Collocations of hardnose

hardnose boss

Frequency: 70 %

The hardnose boss demanded perfection from his employees.

hardnose attitude

Frequency: 60 %

Her hardnose attitude towards her work earned her respect from her colleagues.

hardnose approach

Frequency: 50 %

He took a hardnose approach to negotiations, refusing to back down.

hardnose tactics

Frequency: 45 %

The politician's hardnose tactics alienated many voters.

hardnose discipline

Frequency: 40 %

The coach's hardnose discipline helped the team achieve success.

Idiomatic Expressions for hardnose

• Phrase: hardnose approach
  Meaning: a strict or uncompromising way of doing things
  Usage: The manager took a hardnose approach to discipline, enforcing the rules with no exceptions.