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What is a prefix for purity?

There isn't one specific prefix that directly means "purity." However, several prefixes can be used to convey the idea of purity in different contexts:

General purity:

* -pure: This suffix is often used to indicate purity, like in "impure."

* -clean: Similar to "pure," implying cleanliness or freedom from contamination.

* -clear: Suggests transparency, lack of impurities, or a lack of something negative.

Specific types of purity:

* -vir: Meaning "man," this prefix is often used in relation to moral purity or chastity.

* -sanct: Indicating holiness or sacredness, often implying spiritual purity.

* -sacr: Related to "sanct," signifying something holy or sacred.

* -proto: Signifying the first or original, sometimes used to imply purity or unadulteratedness.

Other options:

* -ortho: Meaning "straight" or "correct," can imply moral purity or adherence to principles.

* -perfect: Describes a state of complete and absolute purity, without flaws.

The best prefix to use will depend on the specific context and the type of purity you want to express.

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