purify synonyms

purify

v.

  1. To cleanse

    chasten, clear, refine, wash, disinfect, fumigate, deodorize, depurate, clarify, deterge, rarify, sublimate, edulcorate, purge, filter; see also clean.

  2. To absolve

    redeem, pardon, hallow, beatify; see excuse, forgive 1, 2.

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