spartan

adjective
UK: /ˈspɑː.tən/
US: /ˈspɑːr.tən/

  1. Simple and without comfort; lacking the usual things that make life easier and more pleasant.

    1. They lived a spartan life in a small cabin, without electricity. [ ] [ ]
    2. The accommodations were spartan but adequate for our needs, providing shelter. [ ] [ ]

  2. Showing or suggesting the indifference to comfort or luxury traditionally associated with ancient Sparta.

    1. The building had a spartan simplicity that appealed to his sense of order. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her spartan approach to decoration created a calming, minimalist environment. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

simple frugal minimalist ascetic austere
spartan noun

  1. A native or inhabitant of Sparta in ancient Greece.

    1. The Spartans were known for their military prowess. [ ] [ ]
    2. Ancient historians documented the laws and customs of the Spartans. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "spartan" in English means: Simple and without comfort; lacking the usual things that make life easier and more pleasant., Showing or suggesting the indifference to comfort or luxury traditionally associated with ancient Sparta..

The phonetic transcription of "spartan" is /ˈspɑː.tən/ in British English and /ˈspɑːr.tən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "spartan": simple, frugal, minimalist, ascetic, austere.

Example usage of "spartan": "They lived a spartan life in a small cabin, without electricity.". More examples on the page.