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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

puritanize

/ˈpɜːrɪtɪnaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does puritanize mean?

verb

to make or attempt to make something conform to the principles of Puritanism, especially by suppressing or eliminating elements considered to be immoral or frivolous.

Example

"The artist's decision to puritanize her work by removing all suggestive imagery was seen as a bold statement."

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