Part of speech: Noun
the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)
Categories: Self-discipline, Self-denial
Nonindulgence, Austerity, Asceticism
The word "austerity" comes from Ancient Greek αὐστηρότης.
austere – A related word in the same word family.
ity – A related word in the same word family.
The Greek language preserved ancient Indo-European roots better than most other languages.