chaste
gb/t͡ʃˈeɪst/ us/t͡ʃˈeɪst/
C1
Αγγλικά
~ 8500
tisztaéletű, nem szexuális, plátói, letisztult, erkölcsileg tiszta
C1
FORMAL
1
tisztaéletű
C1
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
[someone] is chaste
After joining the monastery, he took a vow to remain chaste for the rest of his life.
Miután belépett a kolostorba, fogadalmat tett, hogy élete végéig tartózkodni fog a nemi élettől.
They agreed to stay chaste until they were married, in line with their religious beliefs.
Vallási meggyőződésükkel összhangban megegyeztek, hogy a házasságkötésig megtartóztatják magukat.
The priest spoke about the value of living a chaste and disciplined life.
She insisted that the members of the order remain chaste as part of their spiritual commitment.
In some communities, unmarried women are expected to be chaste.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
He decided to stay chaste for religious reasons.
Úgy döntött, vallási okokból tartózkodni fog a nemi élettől.
The young couple promised to be chaste until their wedding.
A fiatal pár megígérte, hogy az esküvőjükig megtartóztatják magukat.
Many monks live a chaste life.
Her family wanted her to remain chaste before marriage.
The church teaches that its leaders should be chaste.
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes confuse "chaste" with "chased" because they sound similar. "Chaste" means sexually pure; "chased" is the past form of "chase" (to run after someone or something). Learners may also overuse "chaste" to mean simply "clean" or "pure" in non-sexual contexts, where "clean" or "pure" would be more natural.
Σημασία
sexually pure or abstinent
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
remain chaste
|lead a chaste life
|chaste until marriage
|chaste young woman
|vow to stay chaste
Συνώνυμα
celibate (Often used for someone who chooses not to have sex, especially for religious reasons; slightly more technical or religious than "chaste".)
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sexually abstinent (Clear and literal; sounds more clinical or formal than "chaste".)
Αντώνυμα
promiscuous (Suggests having many sexual partners, which strongly contrasts with the idea of being chaste.)
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sexually active (General opposite describing someone who does have sex.)
Θέματα
relationships
|morality
|religion
|core_vocabulary
Ορισμός
Not having sex, usually because of strong moral or religious beliefs.
Not engaging in sexual activity, especially before marriage or outside a committed, traditionally accepted relationship, often for moral or religious reasons.
C1
FORMAL
2
plátói
C1
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
a chaste [kiss/relationship/embrace]
He gave her a quick, chaste kiss on the cheek before leaving.
Indulás előtt gyors, ártatlan puszit nyomott az arcára.
Their friendship was deep but entirely chaste, with no romantic or sexual element.
A barátságuk mély volt, de teljesen plátói, romantikus vagy szexuális elem nélkül.
The movie shows a chaste romance that focuses more on conversation than on physical contact.
They shared a chaste embrace, more comforting than passionate.
The director chose a chaste portrayal of the couple’s relationship, avoiding explicit scenes.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
He greeted her with a chaste kiss on the cheek.
Ártatlan puszit nyomott az arcára üdvözlésképp.
They have a close but chaste relationship.
Szoros, de nem szexuális a kapcsolatuk.
The hug was warm but chaste.
The book shows a simple, chaste love story.
The scene is sweet and chaste, not sexual.
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners may think "chaste" always describes a person, but in this sense it often describes actions (a kiss, an embrace, a relationship). They may also use "cold" instead of "chaste", but "cold" suggests lack of feeling, while "chaste" can still be warm and caring, just not sexual.
Σημασία
not sexual in behavior or act
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
a chaste kiss
|a chaste relationship
|a chaste embrace
|chaste love
|chaste romance
Συνώνυμα
nonsexual (Very direct and clear; more technical and less emotional than "chaste".)
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platonic (Usually describes a close but nonsexual relationship; often sounds warmer and more emotional than "chaste".)
Αντώνυμα
erotic (Focuses on arousing sexual desire, which is the opposite of a chaste action or scene.)
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sensual (Suggests physical pleasure and sexual feeling, contrasting with the restraint implied by "chaste".)
Θέματα
relationships
|social
|core_vocabulary
Ορισμός
Describing an action or relationship that is not sexual or sexy in any way.
Describing behavior, physical contact, or a relationship that does not involve sexual activity or sexual excitement.
C1
FORMAL
3
letisztult
B2
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
a chaste [design/style/prose/dress]
The room was decorated in a chaste style, with white walls and only a few simple pieces of furniture.
A szoba letisztult stílusban volt berendezve: fehér falak és csak néhány egyszerű bútordarab volt benne.
She chose a chaste wedding dress with clean lines and almost no lace.
Letisztult menyasszonyi ruhát választott, egyszerű vonalvezetéssel és szinte teljesen csipke nélkül.
The architect is known for his chaste designs, avoiding unnecessary curves and details.
The poem’s chaste language stands in contrast to the usual rich metaphors of the period.
Critics praised the film’s chaste visual style, free from flashy special effects.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
The house has a chaste, modern design.
A háznak letisztult, modern formavilága van.
She likes chaste clothes with simple lines.
Az egyszerű vonalvezetésű, letisztult ruhákat szereti.
The writer uses a chaste, clear style.
The restaurant’s look is chaste and simple, not rich or fancy.
I prefer chaste designs with few colors.
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners often know only the sexual meaning of "chaste" and may be confused when it is used about style or design. In this sense it is close to "simple" or "plain", but usually with a positive, tasteful feeling.
Σημασία
simple and not showy in style
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
chaste style
|chaste design
|chaste prose
|chaste dress
|chaste interior
|chaste lines
Συνώνυμα
simple (Very common, general word; "chaste" adds a sense of tasteful restraint and purity.)
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austere (Implies strict simplicity and sometimes severity; "chaste" is usually more positive and elegant.)
Αντώνυμα
ornate (Suggests heavy decoration and complex detail, opposite of the restraint in "chaste" style.)
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showy (Implies flashiness meant to attract attention, which contrasts with the quiet simplicity of "chaste".)
Θέματα
art
|design
|writing
|arts_entertainment
|clothing
|core_vocabulary
Ορισμός
Plain, simple, and not showy in design, style, or appearance.
Simple, clean, and restrained in style or appearance, without unnecessary decoration or showiness.
C2
LITERARY
4
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
a chaste [mind/heart/thoughts]
The novel contrasts his chaste ideals with the harsh realities of city life.
A regény szembeállítja erkölcsileg tiszta eszményeit a városi élet kemény valóságával.
She tried to keep her thoughts chaste, even when surrounded by temptation.
Igyekezett erkölcsileg tisztán tartani a gondolatait, még akkor is, amikor kísértések vették körül.
In the poem, the knight is praised for his chaste heart and unwavering loyalty.
The teacher urged the students to cultivate chaste minds and honorable intentions.
He was admired not only for his wisdom but also for his chaste character.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
The hero in the story has a chaste heart.
A történet hőse tiszta lelkű.
She wants to keep her thoughts chaste and clean.
Szeretné tisztán és erkölcsösen megőrizni a gondolatait.
The book talks about living a good, chaste life.
People respected him for his chaste mind.
Old poems often praise chaste hearts.
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners may assume "chaste" always refers to physical sexual behavior. In older or literary texts, it can describe inner purity of mind or character, not only outward actions.
Σημασία
morally pure and self-disciplined
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
chaste thoughts
|chaste mind
|chaste heart
|chaste ideals
Συνώνυμα
virtuous (General word for living by high moral standards; "chaste" is more focused on purity and self-control.)
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pure (Broad term; "chaste" suggests a stricter, often religious or moral sense of purity.)
Αντώνυμα
corrupt (Suggests morally spoiled or dishonest, opposed to the moral purity of "chaste".)
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immoral (Directly breaks accepted moral rules, which contrasts with the strict moral purity of "chaste".)
Θέματα
morality
|religion
|character
|core_vocabulary
Ορισμός
Very pure in mind and behavior, controlling your desires so they stay within strict moral rules.
Morally pure and self-controlled, especially in thoughts and desires, not only in physical actions.
Γραμματική
Λημματική μορφή
chaste
IPA
GB/t͡ʃˈeɪst/
US/t͡ʃˈeɪst/
Συλλαβές και τόνος
chaste (1 συλλαβή)
Stress on 1st syllable (chaste)
Τύποι λέξης
Adjective
- Base: chaste
Οικογένεια λέξεων
Core family
chastity
noun
Related words
chastely
adverb
chasteness
noun
Negative and opposite forms
unchaste
adjective
Advanced or less common
chastise
verb
chastisement
noun
Εκφράσεις
a chaste kiss
1/ə t͡ʃˈeɪst kˈɪs/
fixed phrase
nonsexual, restrained kiss
A kiss that is friendly or polite, not sexual or passionate.
Παραδείγματα
- He gave her a chaste kiss on the forehead before saying goodbye.
- Their first meeting ended with a chaste kiss on the cheek.
- In the film they share only a chaste kiss, nothing more.
lead a chaste life
1/lˈid ə t͡ʃˈeɪst lˈaɪf/
fixed phrase
formal
live without sexual activity
To live your whole life, or a long period of your life, without sex, usually because of strong religious or moral beliefs.
Παραδείγματα
- He joined the religious order and vowed to lead a chaste life.
- For many years she led a chaste life devoted to prayer and study.
- Some people choose to lead a chaste life even outside of any religion.
remain chaste
1/ɹɪmˈeɪn t͡ʃˈeɪst/
fixed phrase
formal
continue to avoid sex
To keep not having sex over a period of time.
Παραδείγματα
- They promised each other they would remain chaste until marriage.
- He struggled to remain chaste while living in a very permissive environment.
- The character tries to remain chaste but is constantly tempted.