noun
chastity
CHAS-tuh-tee/ˈtʃæstəti/
Sexual conduct that follows accepted moral standards.
Her religious vows include a commitment to chastity throughout her life.
Etymology
The Latin idea of purity was applied specifically to sexual conduct in Church usage. Abstinence expresses that ideal in this sense, though historically chastity was not limited to virginity or celibacy.
In context
chastity isn't just about abstaining from sex chastity is a lifestyle it's an attitude it's a spirit
More examples
- The community's teachings define chastity within marriage.
- The novel explores conflicting expectations of chastity.
- He discusses chastity as part of his moral beliefs.
Forms
chastity
Similar words
- celibacy
- Celibacy usually involves abstaining from marriage or sex; chastity concerns conduct within a moral standard and can include marriage.