Word
chastity
Phoneticschasti·ty
US/ˈtʃæstəti/
UK/tʃˈɑːstɪti/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the state of not having sex, usually for religious or moral reasons. It can also mean being pure in your thoughts and actions.
n. the state or practice of refraining from sexual intercourse, typically for moral or religious reasons. Often associated with purity of thought or modesty in conduct.
Examples
“The monk took a vow of chastity.”
“In many historical cultures, chastity was considered a vital virtue for young women before marriage.”
“The novel explores the tension between the protagonist's vow of chastity and the secular temptations of the royal court, highlighting the internal conflict of his spiritual journey.”
Examples
simple
“The monk took a vow of chastity.”
contextual
“In many historical cultures, chastity was considered a vital virtue for young women before marriage.”
complex
“The novel explores the tension between the protagonist's vow of chastity and the secular temptations of the royal court, highlighting the internal conflict of his spiritual journey.”
Usage
Typically used in religious, historical, or formal moral contexts.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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