This is the 3276th most frequent Dutch word.
hardere
Comparative form of "hard" meaning "harder" or "tougher".
In this sentence, 'hardere' is used as a comparative adjective, indicating a more intense or strict manner in solving the issue.
Hij koos voor een hardere aanpak om het probleem op te lossen.
He chose a harder approach to solve the problem.
Here, 'hardere' functions as a comparative adjective describing volume increase or intensity of the sound.
De muziek klonk steeds hardere en pijnlijk voor de oren.
The music sounded increasingly harder and painful to the ears.
In this case, 'hardere' characterizes a firmer or more resolute approach within the context of policy behavior.