Chaste (en. Chaste)
/ʃast/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Describes a person who conforms to moral purity.
She leads a chaste life, dedicated to her art.
Elle mène une vie chaste, consacrée à son art.
Refers to a love or relationship that is devoid of sexual desire.
They have developed a chaste friendship over the years.
Ils ont développé une amitié chaste au fil des années.
Evokes an aesthetic refinement, free from vulgarity.
The beauty of her clothing style is chaste and elegant.
La beauté de son style vestimentaire est chaste et élégante.
Etymology
Of Latin origin, 'castus' which means pure, innocent.
Common Phrases and Expressions
chaste and pure
Refers to something that is morally and spiritually correct.
chaste et pur
chaste life
A way of life characterized by sexual abstinence.
vie chaste
Related Words
chastity
State of being chaste, particularly in a religious context.
castité
asceticism
Practice of voluntary restraint regarding material pleasure.
ascétisme
Slang Meanings
Refers to someone who has a deliberately innocent or naive attitude.
He pretends to be chaste to impress his parents.
Il joue à être chaste pour impressionner ses parents.
Used to describe behavior that is excessively moralistic.
She is so chaste that she even avoids romantic movies.
Elle est tellement chaste qu'elle évite même les films romantiques.