Austerity and Showiness

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Austerity noun - The trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures).

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Showiness is an antonym for austerity.

Nearby Words: austere, austerely

Showiness noun - Excessive or unnecessary display.

Usage example: we were somewhat put off by the saber-rattling showiness of the military parade

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Austerity is an antonym for showiness.

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