Considering language nuances

I'm thinking about how to translate phrases like "harsh," "severe," or "strict." The example "点球判罚非常严厉" translates to "the awarding of the penalty was very strict/harsh." Then there's "这样的胜利会给我们带来额外的信心," which means "such a win will bring us extra confidence." I should explore a couple of variants in translations to ensure I cover different aspects. Alright, let's produce that!