English
Etymology
From OF., from L. austerus "dry, harsh, sour, tart," from Gr. austeros "bitter, harsh," especially "making the tongue dry" (originally used of fruits, wines), related to auos "dry".
Pronunciation
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:rhymes|ɪ�(r)
Adjective
en-adj
- grim or severe in manner or appearance; stern; strict
- lacking trivial decoration; not extravagant or gaudy
Derived terms
austerity
Italian
Adjective
austere p
- feminine of|austero#Adjective|austero
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