Meaning
chaste, pure
- abstaining from all sexual intercourse, or from unlawful sexual acts; pure
- modest, simple, and unadorned in style or appearance
In a sentence
I due giovani si scambiarono soltanto un casto bacio sulla guancia.
The two young people exchanged only a chaste kiss on the cheek.
Ha sempre condotto una vita casta e dedicata allo studio.
He always led a chaste life dedicated to study.
L'attrice indossava un abito casto che copriva interamente le spalle.
The actress wore a modest dress that completely covered her shoulders.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| casto | masculine · singular |
| casta | feminine · singular |
| casti | masculine · plural |
| caste | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Can describe people, behaviors, kisses, or stylistic expressions showing modesty.