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comparative more spartan, superlative most spartan
Austere, frugal, characterized by self-denial. quotations examples
The engine was Class "3" 2-6-2 tank No. 82013, with Driver Sampson (Exmouth), and its roomy draught-free cab was a striking contrast to the spartan comfort offered on the Drummond tank.
1960 June, R. C. Riley, “The coastal branches of South-East Devon: Part Two”, in Trains Illustrated, page 337
Among its findings, the report says: "In recent years we have seen more stations transformed from run-down Victorian hulks, or spartan bus-sheltered platforms, into places that people can take pride in, feel comfortable in using, and which are fulfilling more of their wider potential.
2020 August 26, “Network News: Stations investment boosts regeneration, says report”, in Rail, page 17
Resolute in the face of danger or adversity. examples
Lacking in decoration and luxury. quotations examples
[I]t was furnished with the spartan simplicity which characterizes womanless quarters.
1932, Delos W. Lovelace, King Kong, published 1965, page 4