austere

US /ɑːˈstɪr/
UK /ɑːˈstɪr/
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1.

austero, severo

severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance

:
The headmaster was an austere man, rarely smiling.
Il preside era un uomo austero, che sorrideva raramente.
Her austere expression made it clear she was not pleased.
La sua espressione austera chiariva che non era contenta.
2.

austero, spartano

having no comforts or luxuries; harsh or ascetic

:
The monk lived an austere life of prayer and meditation.
Il monaco conduceva una vita austera di preghiera e meditazione.
The room was decorated in an austere style, with minimal furniture.
La stanza era arredata in uno stile austero, con mobili minimali.
3.

austero, rigoroso

(of an economic policy or a financial situation) allowing no luxuries; harsh or severe

:
The government implemented austere measures to reduce the national debt.
Il governo ha attuato misure austere per ridurre il debito nazionale.
The country faced an austere economic period.
Il paese ha affrontato un periodo economico austero.