firm; strong; hard-line; uncompromising
Describes a stance, attitude, policy, or measure that is resolute and unwilling to compromise. Often used in political, diplomatic, or negotiation contexts.
The government maintained its hard-line stance.
組合は強硬な手段に出た。
The union resorted to tough measures.
The opposition party firmly opposed the new bill.
The government showed an uncompromising stance in the negotiations.
He firmly insisted on his own opinion.
強硬 describes a forceful, uncompromising approach, the opposite of the calm, conciliatory manner implied by 穏便.
tough measure; strong-arm tactic; firm step
hard line; tough stance