Crossword Genius

Severe simplicity (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

austerity

(Other definitions for austerity that I've seen before include "Asceticism" , "Severity; lack of comforts" , "Severe self-discipline; lack of luxury/adornment" , "Severeness of manner" , "hardship" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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