sūrus

Having the taste of salt; containing too much or a noticeable amount of salt.

Etymology

Native Baltic word from the root sūr- relating to saltiness or brine; compare Latvian sūrs.

Collocations

Figuratively, severe, unpleasant, or steep, especially of a price, cost, or penalty.

Etymology

Figurative extension from the physical sense 'salty', suggesting something sharp or hard to bear.

Collocations