cleansing

Definitions

The act or process of removing dirt, impurities, or contaminants.

A ritual or symbolic purification, often involving the removal of negative influences or sins.

The process of eliminating unwanted data or elements from a system or collection.

Examples

She followed a strict cleansing routine to keep her skin clear and healthy.

The ritual involved a cleansing of the space to remove any negative energy.

After the long hike, a cold shower provided a refreshing and cleansing experience.

Synonyms

purifying sanitizing clarifying detergent purging washing clearing

Antonyms

polluting contaminating dirtying soiling tainting fouling corrupting