urgent; critical; serious (of a situation)

(bound form) solemn; dignified; majestic

strict; rigorous; stern

harsh; cruel; draconian (of laws, punishments, etc.)

intense; extreme (of weather, seasons, etc.)

tight; closely sealed; leaving no gaps

(bound form) father; typically used when referring to one's own father to show respect

the surname Yan

(bound form) related to security measures or martial law

(literary) to respect; to venerate