1. to be severe or strict in manner, appearance, or lifestyle; to practice self-denial or restraint
The monastery's monks choose to be austere in their daily lives.
Os monges do mosteiro escolhem ser austeros em suas vidas cotidianas.
2. to be plain, unadorned, or lacking in luxury or decoration
The office design was austere, with minimal furniture and neutral colors.
O design do escritório era austero, com móveis mínimos e cores neutras.
3. to practice austerity; to live without indulgences
During the economic crisis, many families had to be austere with their spending.
Durante a crise econômica, muitas famílias tiveram que ser austeras com seus gastos.