starkness
noun [ U ] uk/ˈstɑːk.nəs/ us/ˈstɑːrk.nəs/
空荡,简单,明显(尤指毫无修饰或非必须之物)
the quality of being empty, simple, or clear, especially without decoration or anything that is not necessary
Despite the starkness of the furnishings, the room is quite comfortable. 尽管家具陈设简陋,房间还是相当舒适的。
The alternatives are set before us with unusual starkness.
Synonyms: barrennessbleaknessdesolation (EMPTINESS)grimness (UGLINESS)
See: stark
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- The shop has a simple starkness about it, with grey concrete floor, white walls, and geometric partitions.
- His production has a visual starkness that suits the grim subject matter.
- Throughout the book the author captures the starkness of life on the high plains of North Dakota.