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Vocabulary Entry
austerity
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A condition characterized by severe restrictions on spending, often imposed by governments or institutions.
Example Sentences
"The government implemented austerity measures to reduce the national debt."
"Citizens protested against the austerity that affected public services."
"Austerity impacted the economy, leading to increased unemployment rates."
A
adjective
Characterized by or associated with strictness and simplicity, often related to economic policies.
Example Sentences
"The austerity policies led to significant cuts in public spending."
"The artist's work embraced an austerity that emphasized minimalism."
"He lived an austere life with very few possessions."