purity
UK: ˈpjʊərəti | US: ˈpjʊrəti
n. the state or quality of being pure
n. freedom from contamination or adulteration
n. moral or spiritual cleanliness
The word "purity" derives from the Latin puritas, which stems from purus (meaning "pure"). The suffix -ity (from Latin -itas) converts adjectives into nouns denoting a state or condition. Over time, "purity" evolved in Middle English to signify both physical cleanliness (e.g., untainted substances) and abstract virtues (e.g., moral innocence). The root pur- retains its core meaning across derivatives like "purify" and "impure," reflecting a consistent linguistic lineage tied to clarity and absence of corruption.
The purity of the mountain air was refreshing.
She valued the purity of his intentions.
The lab tested the purity of the gold sample.
Spiritual purity is a central theme in many religions.
The artist sought to capture the purity of light in her painting.