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Definition of Austere
1. Adjective. Severely simple. "A stark interior"
Exact synonyms: Severe, Stark, Stern
Similar to: Plain
Derivative terms: Austereness, Severeness, Starkness, Sternness
Similar to: Plain
Derivative terms: Austereness, Severeness, Starkness, Sternness
2. Adjective. Of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect. "A stern face"
3. Adjective. Practicing great self-denial. "A spartan existence"
Exact synonyms: Ascetic, Ascetical, Spartan
Similar to: Abstemious
Derivative terms: Ascetic, Ascetic, Austerity
Similar to: Abstemious
Derivative terms: Ascetic, Ascetic, Austerity
Definition of Austere
1. Adjective. Grim or severe in manner or appearance ¹
2. Adjective. Lacking trivial decoration; not extravagant or gaudy ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Austere
1. grave in disposition or appearance [adj -TERER, -TEREST]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Austere
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