VIRGINITY Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

virginity

noun

Definition of virginity

as in virtue

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Recent Examples of virginity Catholic doctrine holds that Mary’s virginity was preserved before, during, and after childbirth. — Carmen Rosenberg-Miller, Artforum, 6 Aug. 2026 Then, later, with her childhood friend, their plan was to lose their virginity together, on the same bed, holding hands, one boy having sex with her, the other boy having sex with her friend. — Sheila Heti, New Yorker, 26 July 2026 Percy both has her first kiss and loses her virginity with him in the book, something Harris was deliberate in changing. — Arushi Jacob, Variety, 11 June 2026 In various efforts to have his older coworker (Steve Carell) finally lose his virginity, Rudd's electronics-store dude acts as both good friend and chaos agent. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for virginity

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Noun

New recruits and seasoned officers alike take field trips to the Museum of Tolerance, where trainers extol the virtues of multiculturalism.

— Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026
Baek Ki-hyeon aspired to walk a path of virtue and provide for their sister through honest means — but his calculating spymaster big brother was never going to let them out of his grasp.

— Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of virtue

Noun

The nod to purity emphasized the paint brand’s relationship to cleanliness and virtue, and possibly other notions of bigotry.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026
At the same time, brands such as Bottega Veneta offered a more discreet form of luxury rooted in purity of design and craftsmanship.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of purity

Noun

Under the plea, Johnson maintained his innocence but conceded there was enough evidence to convict him.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026
Blending black plum, Turkish rose, and tonka, Lovers Lane is inspired by Mulholland Drive, the innocence of young love, and the innocent thrill of experiencing true love for the first time.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of innocence

Noun

As private longing collides with honor and social codes, each character has to reckon with what their choices cost.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
The honor recognizes artists who remain relevant through their artistic and personal contributions, and whose influence has made a significant impact on Latin music around the world.

— Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of honor

Noun

With a silhouette that hugs your thighs before lightly flaring at the ankles, this pants fit offers warmth, modesty, and elegance.

— Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2026
In some rooms, the tubs are in the midst of the living area, which cuts into modesty a bit.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of modesty

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