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λιτός — meaning in English

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English meaning

frugal adjective Careful with money; avoiding unnecessary spending or waste.
severe adjective Very bad, intense, or extreme.
terse adj Describes speech or writing that is short and says only what is necessary.

Senses

λιτός is used for these senses in English:

frugal Of something which is consumed (such as money, goods, etc.): Careful or wise in expenditure; avoiding waste.
severe Sober, plain in appearance, austere.
terse (by extension) Of speech or style: brief, concise, to the point.

severe — full definition

adjective Very bad, intense, or extreme.
adjective Strict, harsh, or unforgiving.
adjective Plain and unadorned in appearance; austere.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Greek words

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