Austere – severe or strict in manner / very simple and without comfort
(Pronounced aw-steer)
To remember the definition of the word austere, use the following mnemonic:
The oar steered (austere) the simple boat that had few comforts.
Examples of austere in a sentence
Even though she appeared austere, my teacher was a very kind woman.
Lacking personal touches, the couple’s formal living room was quite austere.
A monk chooses to live an austere life because of his religious beliefs.
