Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

austerity

[aw-ster-i-tee] / ɔˈstɛr ɪ ti /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

As the Joseon dynasty government intensified its commitment to Confucian values in the 15th century, the court increasingly ordered unadorned wares to demonstrate austerity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

The government has started austerity programs to reduce energy use and rushed out subsidies to cushion the impact, straining its fiscal health.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

The depth of Manifold’s austerity proposals led to friction with BP’s company secretary, Ben Mathews, according to people close to the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Local 99 leader Arias dismissed the necessity of the three-year austerity plan.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

McCandless was stirred by the austerity of this landscape, by its saline beauty.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer




Vocabulary lists containing austerity


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "austerity" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com