chaste
Comparative
chaster
Superlative
chastest
1
refraining from sexual activity outside of marriage or entirely
- The monk lived a chaste life devoted to spiritual discipline.
- The novel portrayed a chaste romance between two devoted characters.
- She took a vow to remain chaste until marriage.
- They admired her commitment to staying chaste despite social pressure.
- His chaste lifestyle reflected his deep religious convictions.
2
free from sexual content
- Their friendship was warm but entirely chaste.
- The kiss on the forehead was tender and chaste.
- She wore a chaste smile that conveyed kindness without flirtation.
- The film's portrayal of love was refreshingly chaste.
- His compliments were sincere and chaste, never suggestive.
Antonyms:
3
free from excessive decoration or embellishment
- The room was decorated in a chaste style with muted tones.
- Her chaste gown reflected timeless elegance.
- The architecture was chaste, favoring clean lines over lavish detail.
- He preferred chaste prose to flowery language.
- The ceremony was chaste and dignified, without extravagance.