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Unchaste Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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unchaste

[สŒnหˆtสƒeษชst ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

moral judgment

Unchaste describes a lack of purity in behavior, particularly in a sexual sense. It is often used to describe actions or thoughts that are considered immoral or improper according to societal standards.

Synonyms

immoral, impure, indecent, lewd.

Examples of usage

  • The novel depicted characters leading unchaste lives.
  • She was accused of unchaste conduct by the community.
  • The film received criticism for its unchaste themes.
  • Historically, unchaste behavior was often punished harshly.

Translations

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Origin of 'unchaste'

The word 'unchaste' originates from the Middle English term 'unchaste', derived from the Old French 'enchaste' which means 'pure'. Its components can be traced back to Latin 'castus', meaning 'pure, chaste', combined with the prefix 'un-', signifying negation. Historically, the concept of chastity held significant cultural weight, particularly in religious contexts, where it referred to moral purity and adherence to ethical standards. Over time, 'unchaste' has been employed in literature and discourse to signify actions or attributes antithetical to these ideals of virtue, reflecting societal views on morality and sexual conduct.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,559 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.