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pristine

unspoiled / spotless / pure / untouched
Adjective

This term evokes a sense of untouched perfection, often suggesting a state of purity that has never been compromised by human interference or the passage of time. It is frequently used to describe wilderness or ancient artifacts where the lack of contamination is the primary value. In a more modern, domestic sense, it describes items maintained with obsessive care. While "clean" simply means the absence of dirt, "pristine" implies a flawless, showroom-quality state that looks as though it has just been manufactured or discovered.

Meanings

Adjective

In its original condition; unspoiled and clean.

"The hikers were amazed by the pristine beauty of the mountain lake."

Adjective

Fresh and clean, as if new.

"She kept her white sneakers in pristine condition."

Adjective

Existing in a pure state; not corrupted or altered.

"The researchers sought a pristine sample of the ancient ice core."

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