as in innocence
the quality or state of being morally pure
struggling to live a life of purity while surrounded by wickedness
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Recent Examples of purity
The lotus in bloom symbolizes many of the qualities associated with Sri Lakshmi, such as purity, prosperity and spiritual enlightenment.
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Robert J. Stephens, The Conversation, 27 Sep. 2024
Look for supplements that have been third-party tested for accurate ingredients and purity.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 30 Oct. 2024
Its stockpiles have reached 60% purity, a short step away from weapons-grade, which is 90%.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
Hibiki has been known for its elegance and purity with a lingering aroma.
—Akiko Katayama, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
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Robert J. Stephens, The Conversation, 27 Sep. 2024
Look for supplements that have been third-party tested for accurate ingredients and purity.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 30 Oct. 2024
Its stockpiles have reached 60% purity, a short step away from weapons-grade, which is 90%.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
Hibiki has been known for its elegance and purity with a lingering aroma.
—Akiko Katayama, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for purity
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Despite all of the allegations against him, Diddy has maintained his innocence and his children have supported his stance.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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Rollins maintained his innocence while fighting back.Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Skims Sport Crew Socks $10 $6 Skims FYI, Skims sells socks, and thank goodness.Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Patagonia Provisions From the makers of colorful fleece pullovers comes an impressive lineup of fishy goodness.Sofia Perez, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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In his autobiography, Franklin recounts his plan to inculcate virtue and expel vice.Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 1 Dec. 2024
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That’s mostly by virtue of lower fees and tax efficiency, experts said.Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Purity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purity. Accessed 8 Dec. 2024.
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