Thursday, October 1, 2009

Austerity

aus·ter·i·ty (ô-str-t)

n. pl. aus·ter·i·ties

1. reduced availability of luxuries and consumer goods

2. the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)


Syn. nonindulgence, asceticism, self-denial, self-discipline - the trait of practicing self discipline

monasticism - asceticism as a form of religious life; usually conducted in a community under a common rule and characterized by celibacy and poverty and obedience



Now the word is open for discussion. We can put whatever information to make the word more understanding.

1 comment:

Anujshailgupt said...

we have been hearing too much about the austerity drive by the indian govt....
check out the link...
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news/india/Austerity-drive-UPA-ministers-told-to-travel-economy-class/articleshow/4994399.cms