case-hardened Sentence Examples
- The case-hardened door handle resisted the burglar's attempts to break into the house.
- After being case-hardened, the metal became highly resistant to scratching and wear.
- The case-hardened gears in the transmission ensured smooth operation and longevity.
- The machinist used a special process to case-harden the surface of the steel shaft.
- Case-hardened bolts were used in the construction of the bridge to withstand extreme weather conditions.
- The case-hardened coating on the tool prevented corrosion and maintained sharpness.
- Engineers employed case-hardened materials in the construction of the bridge's support beams to enhance structural integrity.
- The case-hardened steel frame of the safe provided extra security for valuable possessions.
- The locksmith recommended installing case-hardened locks for added protection against forced entry.
- The case-hardened surface of the armor made it resistant to damage from sword strikes.
case-hardened Meaning
case-hardened (s)
used of persons; emotionally hardened
Synonyms & Antonyms of case-hardened
Synonyms:
- unsparing
- compassionless
- affectless
- pachydermatous
- unfeeling
- oppressive
- abusive
- cruel
- desensitized
- take-no-prisoners
- unmerciful
- stoney
- savage
- harsh
- inhuman
- obdurate
- indurate
- callous
- cold-blooded
- hard
- uncharitable
- hard-boiled
- ironhearted
- pitiless
- inhumane
- heartless
- hateful
- vicious
- soulless
- thick-skinned
- unsympathetic
- insensitive
- grim
- remorseless
- severe
- stern
- malicious
- slash-and-burn
- tough
- insensate
- brutal
- hard-hearted
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- virulent
- unfriendly
- cold
- drag-out
- disagreeable
- evil-minded
- bestial
- ungentle
- unthinking
- inconsiderate
- malevolent
- heavy-handed
- uncaring
- ironhanded
- knock-down-and-drag-out
- stonyhearted
- acrimonious
- jackbooted
- ill-tempered
- mean
- rancorous
- barbarous
- thoughtless
- ill-natured
- hard-bitten
- boorish
- spiteful
- austere
- unloving
- heedless
- ironfisted
- surly
- sledgehammer
- knock-down
- rough-and-tumble
- frosty
- rough
- brutish
Antonyms:
FAQs About the word case-hardened
used of persons; emotionally hardened
ruthless, stony, merciless, unsparing, compassionless, affectless, pachydermatous, unfeeling, oppressive, abusive
benevolent, humane, mild, mild, humane, gentle,sympathetic, compassionate, merciful, sensitive
The case-hardened door handle resisted the burglar's attempts to break into the house.
After being case-hardened, the metal became highly resistant to scratching and wear.
The case-hardened gears in the transmission ensured smooth operation and longevity.
The machinist used a special process to case-harden the surface of the steel shaft.
