Definition

The practice of not engaging in sexual activity or not marrying, often for religious reasons.

Example

He chose celibacy to focus on his spiritual life.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about celibacy as a lifestyle choice?

Not really, but I know some people do it for spiritual reasons.

Yeah, it's interesting how celibacy can mean different things to different people.

Definitely! I think it takes a lot of commitment to stick to that decision.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Celibacy → It is formed from "caelebs" (from Latin, meaning unmarried or single) and the suffix "-acy" (indicating a state or condition). The word "celibacy" refers to the state of being unmarried or abstaining from sexual relations.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for unmarried ('caelebs') to remember that celibacy means the state of being unmarried or abstaining from sexual activity.

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