1. An individual who is serious, strict, and uncompromising in manner or attitude; someone who shows little warmth or humor
The stern person did not tolerate any mistakes in the workplace.
A pessoa severa não tolerava erros no ambiente de trabalho.
2. A person with a harsh or forbidding appearance or demeanor
The stern person's expression intimidated most of the students.
A expressão severa da pessoa intimidava a maioria dos alunos.