Impurely: meaning, definitions and examples
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impurely
[ ɪmˈpjʊrli ]
moral quality
The term 'impurely' refers to doing something in a manner that lacks purity or integrity. This can involve actions that are morally questionable or tainted by wrong intentions. The concept often relates to the idea of mixing that which is considered pure with that which is impure, bleeding over into ethical considerations. In essence, to act impurely is to stray from ethical standards or the ideal of purity.
Synonyms
corrupted, ethically questionable, morally
Examples of usage
- He spoke impurely of his opponents.
- The water was impurely contaminated, causing health issues.
- She moved impurely in her dealings, concerned only with profit.
Translations
Translations of the word "impurely" in other languages:
🇵🇹 impuramente
🇮🇳 अशुद्धता से
🇩🇪 unrein
🇮🇩 dengan kotor
🇺🇦 нечисто
🇵🇱 nieczysto
🇯🇵 不純に
🇫🇷 impurément
🇪🇸 impuramente
🇹🇷 kirli bir şekilde
🇰🇷 불순하게
🇸🇦 بشكل غير طاهر
🇨🇿 nečistě
🇸🇰 nečisto
🇨🇳 不纯粹地
🇸🇮 nečisto
🇮🇸 óhreinlega
🇰🇿 лассыз
🇬🇪 წარმატებით
🇦🇿 təmiz olmayan
🇲🇽 impuramente
Etymology
The word 'impurely' derives from the combination of the prefix 'im-', which implies negation, with 'pure', indicating a state of cleanliness or moral integrity. The root 'pure' originates from the Latin 'purus', meaning clean or clear. The suffix '-ly' transforms the adjective 'impure' into an adverb, allowing for its use in describing the manner of an action. The development of this term reflects a broader English linguistic trend where affixes are combined to convey nuanced meanings. Historically, the use of 'impure' dates back to the Middle Ages when both physical and moral purity were significant values, often tied to various cultural and religious beliefs. As societies evolved, the connotations of purity expanded to encompass various aspects, including ethical and moral dimensions, which have been increasingly relevant in modern discussions about integrity and behavior.