purity
noun/ˈpjʊrɪti/
Frequency rank: #6,152 most common English word
Meaning
the state of being clean, unmixed, or free from contamination or sin.
Example sentence
The mountain spring is famous for the purity of its water.
Synonyms & related words
- cleanliness
- clarity
- freshness
- wholesomeness
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