1. more austere; more severe, strict, or stern in manner or appearance
Usage: comparative form of austere
2. more plain, simple, or unadorned; lacking luxury or comfort
Usage: comparative form of austere

Examples

• The austerer version of the policy eliminated all discretionary spending.
• Her austerer expression made it clear she disapproved of the plan.
• The austerer design of the new building contrasted sharply with the ornate original.
• He adopted an austerer lifestyle after his religious conversion.
• The austerer climate of the northern region made farming more difficult.
• The austerer rules in the new school were unpopular with students.