Pronunciation: /tʃeɪst/
noun a person who is chaste or virtuous
A1 I prefer to dress modestly and keep a chaste appearance.
A2 The nun took a vow of chastity and lived a chaste life.
B1 The historical novel depicted the protagonist's struggle to maintain a chaste reputation in society.
B2 The purity of her chaste love for him was evident in every gesture.
C1 The artist's chaste portrayal of the female form was both elegant and tasteful.
C2 The chaste beauty of the cathedral's architecture left visitors in awe of its grandeur.
adjective morally pure or decent, modest
A1 She wore a chaste white dress to the wedding.
A2 The princess lived a chaste life, never engaging in romantic relationships.
B1 The novel depicted the protagonist as a chaste and virtuous character.
B2 In the conservative society, women were expected to maintain a chaste demeanor.
C1 The artist's work was known for its chaste beauty and simplicity.
C2 The monk took a vow of chaste celibacy as part of his religious commitment.
formal She maintained a chaste appearance throughout the ceremony.
informal She's always been very chaste, never getting involved in any scandalous behavior.
slang I can't believe she's still chaste, she needs to live a little!
figurative His chaste heart remained untouched by the corruption around him.
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