Synonyms: bruising
Definition: brutally forceful and compelling
Usage: protected from the bruising facts of battle
Similar words: forceful
Definition: characterized by or full of force or strength (often but not necessarily physical)
Usage: a forceful speaker; a forceful personality; forceful measures; a forceful plan for peace
Synonyms: bruising
Definition: causing mental or emotional injury
Usage: a bruising experience; protected from the bruising facts of battle- John Mason Brown
Similar words: harmful
Definition: causing or capable of causing harm
Usage: too much sun is harmful to the skin; harmful effects of smoking