Environmental Cleanup Terms

noun a task or process of making something clean or orderly

verb to make something clean or orderly

• The janitorial staff will clean up the office every evening.
• Let's clean up this mess before the guests arrive.
• I'll help you clean up your room if you help me with my homework.
• It's time to clean up our act and start taking our responsibilities seriously.

noun the act of making something clean or free from dirt

adjective having a purifying or purgative effect

• The facial cleanser is gentle and effective for daily cleansing.
• I love using this new cleansing scrub on my face.
• I need to do a deep cleanse on my skin tonight.
• Cleansing my mind of negative thoughts has been a daily practice for me.

verb to cleanse or rid of impurities

adjective describing something that cleanses or removes impurities

• The purifying process involves removing impurities from the substance.
• I always feel refreshed after purifying my skin with a face mask.
• I heard that new water filter is really good at purifying tap water.
• His kind words acted as a purifying balm for her wounded spirit.