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Definition of over-harshly in English:

over-harshly

Pronunciation /ˌəʊvəˈhɑːʃli/

adverb

  • In too harsh a manner.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Henry More (1614–1687), philosopher, poet, and theologian. From over- + harshly, after over-harsh.