uncleanse

/ˈʌnklɛns/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or cause to lose a state of purity or cleanliness

“The cleaning solution was used to uncleanse the contaminated water.”

2. verb

to make something impure or less pure

“The pollution in the air began to uncleanse the once-pristine lake.”

3. noun

the act of removing or causing to lose a state of purity or cleanliness

“The process of uncleanse was a gradual one, taking months to complete.”

Synonyms

  • decontaminate
  • purify

Antonyms

  • cleanse
  • purify