Chastity
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃæstətiː/
Chastity (noun)
- Choosing not to have sex, or keeping sexual behaviour within strict personal rules.
- A religious idea of being morally clean in sexual matters, often linked with vows or teachings.
- Behaviour that avoids sexual actions or talk, showing restraint and respect for others.
Examples
- He practiced chastity to keep his relationships respectful.
- Chastity helps people make careful choices about intimacy.