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Ascetic

adjective/uh-SET-ik/

Living a very simple, strict life without comforts or luxuries.

Her ascetic routine meant no treats, just study and early nights.

'Ascetic' sounds like 'a set tick' — a strict, plain daily checklist.

Use for deliberately simple, disciplined living, not just being poor.