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    Austère (en. Austere)

    /os.tɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Characterized by great rigor and a lack of decorations.
    The convent had an austere architecture, without ornaments.
    Le couvent avait une architecture austère, sans ornements.
    Refers to a person who is severe or strict in their behavior.
    This teacher has an austere style that commands respect.
    Cet enseignant a un style austère qui impose le respect.
    Evokes a simple and frugal way of life, without luxury.
    His life was austere, dedicated to meditation and study.
    Sa vie était austère, consacrée à la méditation et à l'étude.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'austerus', meaning 'severe' or 'cruel'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    an austere environment
    A very simple and stripped-down way of life.
    un environnement austère
    an austere style
    A way of living or dressing that lacks elegance or decoration.
    un style austère

    Related Words

    gloomy
    Which evokes a dark mood or a depressing environment.
    maussade
    Spartan
    Qualifies a life without luxury, austere and rigorous.
    spartan

    Slang Meanings

    Austere can be used to describe a lack of joy or enthusiasm.
    He had an austere character, always serious in all circumstances.
    Il avait un caractère austère, toujours sérieux en toutes circonstances.
    Can refer to a person who does not know how to have fun.
    He's a true austere, he always refuses invitations to party.
    C'est un vrai austère, il refuse toujours les invitations à faire la fête.