celibate
/ˈsɛləbət/
adjective
- Choosing not to be married or not to have sexual relationships, often for religious or personal reasons.
- Some people choose to be celibate until marriage.
- The monk lived a celibate life in the monastery.
- He has remained celibate for many years as part of his religious commitment.
Antonyms
noun
- A person who chooses not to be married or not to have sexual relationships.
- He was known as a celibate who lived simply.
- As a celibate, she dedicated her life to helping others.
- The community included both married couples and celibates.