Pronunciation: [ʌnt͡ʃˈastɪti] (IPA) 
Unchastity (ʌnˈtʃæstəti) is a noun that refers to the state or act of being sexually immoral or not chaste. The word comprises the prefix "un-" which means 'not', "chaste" which means 'pure or morally clean', and the suffix "-ity" which indicates a state or quality. The spelling of the word is derived from its Latin root "castus" which means 'pure' and the negating prefix "in-" which was later replaced by "un-" in English.
Unchastity is a noun that refers to the quality or state of being unchaste, which is commonly understood as a deviation from the accepted moral or social norms regarding sexual conduct and fidelity. It encompasses actions, behaviors, or attitudes that are deemed sexually improper, impure, or promiscuous by the prevailing standards of a society or community.
Unchastity can be characterized by engaging in sexual activities outside the bounds of marriage or committed relationships, having multiple sexual partners, committing adultery, or participating in casual or promiscuous sexual encounters. It implies a lack of sexual purity, modesty, or self-restraint.
The concept of unchastity is often rooted in cultural, religious, or moral ideologies that emphasize commitment, fidelity, and the sanctity of marriage. While perceptions of unchastity may vary across different societies and time periods, it generally carries a negative connotation and can be stigmatized or condemned, particularly within more conservative or traditional contexts.
Unchastity is often contrasted with chastity, which encompasses the state or quality of being morally upright, pure, or modest in one's sexual conduct. It is worth noting that judgments regarding unchastity can be subjective, varying based on individual beliefs and values.
Lewdness; unlawful indulgence of the sexual appetite.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word unchastity is derived from the Middle English term unchastete which was composed of two elements: un-, a prefix meaning not, and chastete, which originated from Old French chasteté. This, in turn, was derived from Latin castitas, meaning purity or chastity. The Latin root castus meant pure or morally clean.
