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austere

[/ɔːˈstɪr/]
adjective
austero
1. Severe or strict in manner, appearance, or attitude; showing little emotion or sympathy
The austere judge showed no mercy during the trial.
O juiz austero não mostrou piedade durante o julgamento.
2. Plain and simple in style or design; without decoration or luxury
The monastery had austere furnishings and bare walls.
O mosteiro tinha móveis auseros e paredes nuas.
3. Characterized by little or no luxury; involving self-denial or asceticism
He lived an austere lifestyle, avoiding all indulgences.
Ele vivia um estilo de vida austero, evitando todas as indulgências.
Synonyms
sternseverestrictasceticspartanrigidsolemn
Antonyms
luxuriousextravagantornateindulgentlavishwarmfriendly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
austero
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
austero
Formal and literary usage common in academic contexts
Portugal
austero
Used similarly to Brazil; also common in religious or philosophical discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

austere beauty - beleza austera (understated elegance)
austere conditions - condições auseras (harsh or bare circumstances)
austere life - vida austera (ascetic or spartan existence)
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