Word
purity
Phoneticspu·ri·ty, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈpjʊɹəti/
UK/pjˈʊɹɪti/
Definitions
01cleanliness or lack of pollution
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the state of being clean and not mixed with anything else.
n. the physical state of being free from contaminants, pollutants, or adulterants.
“The mountain air was famous for its purity and freshness.”
“The laboratory tests confirmed the purity of the water supply, showing no traces of industrial runoff or bacterial contamination.”
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02moral goodness
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Religion
n. the quality of being morally good or innocent.
n. freedom from immorality, sin, or guilt; often used in a spiritual or ethical context.
“The white dress was chosen as a symbol of her purity.”
“The monk dedicated his life to the pursuit of spiritual purity, avoiding all worldly distractions and material possessions.”
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03chemical or technical quality
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Science Technical
n. how much of a substance is actually what it claims to be.
n. the proportion of a specific substance in a sample, often expressed as a percentage.
“The gold was tested to ensure its purity before it was sold.”
“The pharmaceutical company must guarantee a high level of chemical purity to ensure the medication is safe for human consumption.”
Usage
Often used with a percentage or a specific chemical name.
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Real-World Examples
“In 1967, the Italian government passed a " purity law " that required pasta—including pasta imported from other countries—to contain only hard durum wheat .” Word family
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- 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.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL 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: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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