
purity
/ˈpjʊərəti/ · /ˈpjʊrəti/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5843 in the learning path
纯净;纯度
Definitions
n. the state of containing no unwanted or harmful substances
纯净;纯度
n. the quality of being morally good or unmixed in character
纯洁;纯粹
Example
The jeweller checked the purity of my gold ring.
珠宝匠检测了我那枚金戒指的纯度。
Regular monitoring of water purity is essential for preventing disease and maintaining public confidence in local supplies.
定期监测水的纯净程度,对于预防疾病和维持公众对当地供水的信心至关重要。
Collocations
- water purity
- high purity
- purity of gold
Word family
- pure (adj.)
- purely (adv.)
- purify (v.)
- purification (n.)
Antonyms
- impurity
Usage tip
不可数名词;表示具体纯度常用the purity of。
FAQ
- What does purity mean?
- the state of containing no unwanted or harmful substances the quality of being morally good or unmixed in character
- How is purity pronounced?
- UK /ˈpjʊərəti/, US /ˈpjʊrəti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.