Word of the day, Austerities Our word of the day from The Arbiter is Austerities Meaning of Austerities It is the plural form of austerity, which generally refers to strictness, severity, or extreme simplicity, often in lifestyle, economic policies, or behaviour. READ ALSO: Word of the day, Strife Synonyms of austerity -Asceticism -self-denial -frugality -belt-tightening Pronunciation /ɔːˈstɛr.ɪ.tiz/ Example In Hinduism, the desire for male children is every woman’s aspiration and is linked to their spirituality. It also reflects Bhuti’s intense longing for offspring, prompting him to undertake rigorous austerities. Share with us a sentence with the word Austerities; let's see how well you...