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austere
adjective
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How to pronounce austere:

Definition of austere:

austere (adjective):
severely simple.
stern and cold in appearance or manner

Synonyms for austere:

authoritarian
demanding
flinty
gruff
hard
hardened
harsh
heavy-handed
merciless
plain
ramrod
relentless
rigid
rigorous
severe
stark
steadfast
stern
strict
tough

Antonyms for austere:

clement
considered
diplomatic
forbearing
gentle
indulgent
intelligent
kind
lax
lenient
mild
prudent
sensible
sensitive
smart
soft
suitable
tactful
tolerant
well-advised
well-thought-out
wise
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