pudicitia

/pyʊdɪkˈtiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being modest, chaste, and virtuous, especially in a woman.

“In ancient Roman culture, pudicitia was highly valued as a virtue for women.”

2. noun

A woman of modesty and chastity, especially in ancient Rome.

Synonyms

  • chastity
  • decency
  • modesty
  • virtue

Antonyms

  • debauchery
  • immodesty
  • immorality
  • licentiousness