word
austerity
aw-STER-ih-tee
ɔːˈstɛrɪtiListen
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Syllable breakdown
austerity
Dictionary meaning
A policy of reducing public spending or debt through strict budget controls.
History and origin
Latin austeritas.
Examples
- The recession deepened after years of austerity measures.
Common mispronunciations
AW-stair-tee
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