Austere and Stringent

Austere adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.

Stringent is a synonym for austere in harsh topic. In some cases you can use "Stringent" instead an adjective "Austere", when it comes to topics like hard, stern, strict, severe in manner. popular alternative

Nearby Words: austerity, austerely

Stringent adjective - Not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards.

Austere is a synonym for stringent in severe topic. You can use "Austere" instead an adjective "Stringent", if it concerns topics such as strict. popular alternative

Nearby Words: stringency, stringently