economical and simple; frugal and unadorned
Describes a lifestyle or attitude that avoids luxury and waste, emphasizing simplicity and thrift. Often used in formal or written contexts.
He tries to live a frugal and simple life.
Some cultures consider frugality and simplicity a virtue.
Compound of 倹 (thrift, economy) and 素 (plain, simple). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination conveys the idea of economical simplicity.