stainlessness

noun

Definition of stainlessnessnext
as in purity

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  1. purity
  2. modesty
  3. chastity
Noun
  • The accessory is another staple for Camilla and a slew of other members of the royal family, since the organic gemstone symbolizes purity, status and dignity.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Beauty brands positioning around purity must present meaningful results in order to substantiate any claims — and to actually earn sales.
    — Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of purity
Noun
  • New life for the Armstrong house Schreiber, who grew up in Dayton, about 60 miles south of Armstrong’s hometown, always admired him for his achievements, modesty and character.
    — John Seewer, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The black mesh gown swept the floor and featured a plunging V-neck bodice and pink crystallized adornments throughout, offering the musician a modicum of modesty in specific areas.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of modesty
Noun
  • The government’s more expansive hijab and chastity law was suspended but not repealed.
    — Pegah Banihashemi, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The only exception comes once a year, when the nationwide chastity mandate is temporarily lifted and the use of protection is mandatory.
    — Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of chastity
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“Stainlessness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stainlessness. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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