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    Impure

    /ɪmˈpjʊər/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Not pure; mixed with foreign matter; unclean.
    The water was deemed impure due to the high levels of pollutants.
    Morally or spiritually contaminated; not innocent.
    He struggled with feelings of impure thoughts that clouded his judgment.
    Not having a clean or unblemished quality; blemished.
    The jewel was classified as impure because of the visible inclusions.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'impurus', meaning 'not pure'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    impure thoughts
    Thoughts considered morally wrong or improper.
    impure motives
    Motives that are selfish or dishonest.
    impure substances
    Substances that are not pure or have foreign elements.

    Related Words

    purity
    The state of being pure; freedom from contamination.
    purify
    To make pure by removing impurities.
    impurity
    The quality of being impure.

    Slang Meanings

    Impure pleasure
    She indulged in impure pleasures during the weekend party.
    Dirty thoughts
    He was joking about having impure thoughts.