ΑΥ̓ΣΤΗΡΟΝ, αὐστηρον
AUSTĒRON, austēron
Sounds Like: ow-STAY-ron
Translations: austere, harsh, severe, strict, rigid
From the root: ΑΥΣΤΗΡΟΣ
Part of Speech: Adjective
Explanation: This word describes something or someone as austere, harsh, severe, or strict. It implies a lack of softness or indulgence, often referring to a person's character, a rule, or a judgment. It can be used to describe a person who is unyielding or stern in their demeanor or a situation that is difficult and demanding.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Strong’s number: G840 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Clement of Alexandria
- Exhortation to the Greeks (Protrepticus) — 10:76
From the same root
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