Spartan: Definition with Spartan Pictures and Photos

1. Adjective. Of or relating to or characteristic of Sparta or its people.

Partainyms: Sparta
Derivative terms: Sparta

2. Noun. A resident of Sparta.

Group relationships: Sparta
Generic synonyms: Greek, Hellene

3. Adjective. Resolute in the face of pain or danger or adversity. "Spartan courage"

Similar to: Resolute

4. Adjective. Unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment. "A Spartan upbringing"

Exact synonyms: Severe
Similar to: Nonindulgent, Strict
Derivative terms: Severeness, Severity

5. Adjective. Practicing great self-denial. "A spartan existence"

Exact synonyms: Ascetic, Ascetical, Austere
Similar to: Abstemious
Derivative terms: Ascetic, Ascetic, Austerity

1. a. Of or pertaining to Sparta, especially to ancient Sparta; hence, hardy; undaunted; as, Spartan souls; Spartan bravey.

1. Proper noun. A citizen of Sparta. ¹

2. Adjective. Of or relating to Sparta or its citizens. ¹

3. Adjective. (alternative spelling of spartan) ¹

4. Adjective. Austere, frugal, characterized by self-denial. ¹

5. Adjective. Resolute in the face of danger or adversity. ¹

6. Adjective. Lacking in decoration and luxury. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

1. marked by avoidance of luxury and comfort [adj]

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