1. in the manner of a monk or monastic life; with religious devotion and simplicity
2. in a way that involves strict self-discipline and withdrawal from worldly pleasures

Examples

• He lived monastically, owning only the bare essentials.
• The writer worked monastically in his small cabin, avoiding all distractions.
• She approached her studies monastically, dedicating herself completely to learning.
• The artist lived monastically, focusing solely on his craft.
• They ate monastically, consuming only simple, plain foods.
• He dressed monastically in plain, dark clothing.