austere
US /ɑːˈstɪr/
UK /ɑːˈstɪr/
1.
tegas, keras
severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance
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The headmaster was an austere man, rarely smiling.
Guru besar itu seorang lelaki yang tegas, jarang tersenyum.
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Her austere expression made it clear she was not pleased.
Ekspresi tegasnya menjelaskan bahawa dia tidak gembira.
2.
sederhana, ketat
having no comforts or luxuries; harsh or ascetic
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The monk lived an austere life of prayer and meditation.
Biarawan itu menjalani kehidupan sederhana yang penuh doa dan meditasi.
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The room was decorated in an austere style, with minimal furniture.
Bilik itu dihias dengan gaya sederhana, dengan perabot yang minimum.
3.
penjimatan, sukar
(of an economic policy or a financial situation) allowing no luxuries; harsh or severe
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The government implemented austere measures to reduce the national debt.
Kerajaan melaksanakan langkah-langkah penjimatan untuk mengurangkan hutang negara.
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The country faced an austere economic period.
Negara itu menghadapi tempoh ekonomi yang sukar.