austere
/ɔːˈstɪr/
adjective
- Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; having no luxuries or comforts.
- The monk lived an austere life with only a bed and a wooden chair.
- The hotel room was austere, with plain white walls and no decorations.
- Her austere expression made the students nervous during the exam.
- Simple and plain, without decoration or unnecessary details.
- The building's austere design focused on function rather than beauty.
- He preferred austere black clothing with no patterns or logos.
- The artist's style is austere, using only basic shapes and neutral colors.
- Relating to a financial situation where spending is strictly limited.
- The government introduced austere measures to reduce the national debt.
- The company's austere spending policy meant no new office furniture.
- During the recession, families had to adopt an austere budget.