abluted

adjective

Definition of ablutednext
as in washed

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Recent Examples of abluted The fabs demand caution, reverence, and of course the hygiene of an abluted priest. — Virginia Heffernan, WIRED, 21 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abluted
  1. washed
  2. bleached
  3. purified
  4. cleansed
  5. sanitary
  6. whitened
  7. hygienic
  8. sterile
Adjective
  • Made from naturally breathable, skin-friendly, pre-washed linen, the quilt is designed to hold up for years while growing softer with every wash.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026
  • As the Cyclospora outbreak grows, experts recommend washing all fresh produce that hasn’t been pre-washed—not just lettuce.
    — Sarah Garone, HEALTH, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of washed
Adjective
  • North West looked so different with blue contacts and bleached eyebrows.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026
  • When to Use Each Pastry perfectionists may want to prioritize bleached flour in specific recipes that rely on a pale color and lighter texture.
    — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of bleached
Adjective
  • Powered by ultra-purified virgin olive oil made in Italy, these products are free from parabens and sulfates and are great for all skin types.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Whey protein isolate, a more purified whey variety, is lower in lactose and fat than whey protein concentrate and may be easier to digest.
    — Maggie Donahue, HEALTH, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of purified
Adjective
  • The result is a clear, cleansed scalp that helps keep hair healthy.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of cleansed
Adjective
  • Attempting to de-escalate the scare, Rospotrebnadzor declared the regional sanitary situation stable after secondary testing showed no traces of dangerous pathogens linked to Shipilova’s research.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026
  • As the war raged on, this makeshift countermeasure was replaced by more sanitary and effective innovations, including gauze pads soaked in hyposulfite solution, flannel hoods, tube helmets, and box respirators.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of sanitary
Adjective
  • Water Stains Rub a small amount of oil, like mayonnaise or vegetable oil, on the whitened area; natural oils should suffice.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of whitened
Adjective
  • Stalls will also have lockable, roll-gate doors and security cameras, so retailers can leave their products overnight, while a dedicated food hall ensures a safe and hygienic distance between food preparation and other market activities.
    — Bella Webb, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Swimsuits without hygienic liners are ineligible for returns or exchanges.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of hygienic
Adjective
  • Carson only had mere days to turn the sterile studio into something far cozier and conducive to the wide-ranging conversations Paltrow hoped to conduct during the show, which launches with Zoe Saldana as the first guest.
    — Juliet Izon, Architectural Digest, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Warm, earthy neutrals and cohesive, tone-on-tone palettes are replacing sterile grays and bold color blocking.
    — Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of sterile

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“Abluted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abluted. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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