Synonyms for Spartan

Definition of spartan

adjective
  1. of or relating to or characteristic of Sparta or its people
  2. resolute in the face of pain or danger or adversity; "spartan courage"
  3. unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment; "a parent severe to the pitch of hostility"- H.G.Wells; "a hefty six-footer with a rather severe mien"; "a strict disciplinarian"; "a Spartan upbringing"

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"Spartan" in song lyrics

See how spartan is used in real songs:

  • "Find a base, hold your space like a Spartan"
    P.O.S. f/ Judah Nagler — Never Better
  • "horn spartan"
    AOL — AOL
  • "halo 2 girl spartan"
    AOL — AOL

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