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Definition of Spartan
1. Adjective. Of or relating to or characteristic of Sparta or its people.
2. Noun. A resident of Sparta.
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"
5. Adjective. Practicing great self-denial. "A spartan existence"
Exact synonyms: Ascetic, Ascetical, Austere
Similar to: Abstemious
Derivative terms: Ascetic, Ascetic, Austerity
Similar to: Abstemious
Derivative terms: Ascetic, Ascetic, Austerity
Definition of Spartan
1. a. Of or pertaining to Sparta, especially to ancient Sparta; hence, hardy; undaunted; as, Spartan souls; Spartan bravey.
Definition of Spartan
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
Definition of Spartan
1. marked by avoidance of luxury and comfort [adj]