cleanse
Translation
to cleanse, to purify, to clean
Examples
She cleansed the wound with antiseptic.
She cleansed the wound with antiseptic.
He tried to cleanse his mind of bad thoughts.
He tried to cleanse his mind of bad thoughts.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to clean (sth.) thoroughly She cleansed the wound with antiseptic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: purify, sanitize, disinfect; Antonyms: pollute, contaminate
Etymology
From Old English 'clǣnsian', meaning 'to make clean'. Related to the word 'clean'.
Memory Tips
Think of a deeper, more thorough cleaning than just 'clean', like cleansing your face or cleansing your soul.