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    Adusto (en. Grim)

    /aˈdusto/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Which is serious, grave, or of a severe character.
    His austere expression did not invite conversation.
    Su expresión adusta no invitaba a la conversación.
    Refers to a face that seems tired or sad.
    After work, he had an austere appearance.
    Tras el trabajo, tenía un semblante adusto.
    Which is rigid or unfriendly in behavior.
    The teacher had an austere attitude with his students.
    El maestro tenía una actitud adusta con sus alumnos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'adustus', which means 'burnt' or 'dry'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    austere gaze
    Gaze that denotes seriousness or severity.
    mirada adusta
    austere expression
    Facial expression that conveys sadness or discontent.
    expresión adusta

    Related Words

    serious
    Which has a grave or solemn character.
    serio
    austere
    Which is sober and unadorned.
    austero

    Slang Meanings

    A person who never smiles.
    That guy is so austere that he seems to have never heard laughter.
    Ese tipo es tan adusto que parece que no conoce la risa.
    Someone who has an air of mystery or distance.
    He always stays quiet in meetings; he is very austere.
    Siempre se queda callado en las reuniones, es muy adusto.