Celibacy: meaning, definitions and examples
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celibacy
[ ˈselɪbəsi ]
religious practice
The state of abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, typically for religious reasons.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Many priests and nuns take a vow of celibacy as part of their dedication to God.
- In some cultures, celibacy is seen as a way to achieve spiritual purity.
personal choice
The state of abstaining from sexual activity or being unmarried.
Synonyms
abstinence, self-restraint, singleness
Examples of usage
- Some people choose celibacy as a lifestyle, focusing on personal growth and independence.
- Celibacy can be a way to prioritize other aspects of life, such as career or personal goals.
Translations
Translations of the word "celibacy" in other languages:
🇵🇹 celibato
🇮🇳 ब्रह्मचर्य (Brahmacharya)
🇩🇪 Zölibat
🇮🇩 selibat
🇺🇦 целібат
🇵🇱 celibat
🇯🇵 独身主義 (Dokushin shugi)
🇫🇷 célibat
🇪🇸 celibato
🇹🇷 bekârlık
🇰🇷 독신주의 (Doksinjuui)
🇸🇦 العزوبة (Al-'uzubiyya)
🇨🇿 celibát
🇸🇰 celibát
🇨🇳 独身主义 (Dúshēn zhǔyì)
🇸🇮 celibat
🇮🇸 einlífi
🇰🇿 бойдақтық
🇬🇪 ცელიბატი (tselibati)
🇦🇿 subaylıq
🇲🇽 celibato
Word origin
The word 'celibacy' originated from the Latin word 'caelibatus', which means 'unmarried' or 'single'. The concept of celibacy has been practiced by various religious groups and individuals throughout history, as a way to show devotion, spiritual purity, or personal choice. It has been a topic of debate and discussion in different cultures and societies, with varying views on its benefits and implications.