Celibacy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɛləbəsi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Celibacy is a noun meaning Abstaining from marriage; the state of being unmarried.
Meaning
Abstaining from marriage; the state of being unmarried.
More Meanings
- (by extension) Abstinence from sexual relations.
Example Sentences
I could document this defense of celibacy. Unmarried women show up very well in all the tests of mental health.
They came to believe that men, who would live a godly life, must view marriage as a sin and choose a life of celibacy.
Word Forms
- celibacies
Synonyms for celibacy
Depending on context, synonyms include sexlessness, chastity.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chastity, abstinence, oath, virginity, purity, continence.
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