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pure

unmixed

/ˈpjɔː/

Adjective

This term primarily describes a state of being unadulterated, whether in a chemical sense or a conceptual one. When applied to materials, it denotes the absence of contaminants or alloys, emphasizing a singular, concentrated essence. In a human or spiritual context, it shifts toward a sense of transparency and lack of corruption. It suggests a quality of sincerity or innocence that is devoid of ulterior motives or moral stain.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon in a cluttered apartment
Chloe

i am in pure agony over this essay.

Chloe
Ryan
Ryan

bet. just use chatgpt and stop stressing.

💡
Chloe is using hyperbole to describe her academic stress, while Ryan's "bet" shows his typical detached and oblivious nature.

Meanings

Adjectiveunmixed

Not mixed with any other substance; morally innocent; or absolute in nature.

"The ring is made of pure gold."

Examples

The ring is made of pure gold.

The child had a pure heart and a gentle spirit.

It was pure luck that they found the lost keys.

Collocations & Compounds

pure gold

metal consisting of 100 percent gold

The crown is crafted from pure gold.

pure chance

something happening entirely by luck

Meeting her there was pure chance.

pure evil

completely wicked without any redeeming quality

That villain in the movie is pure evil.

pure joy

unadulterated happiness

The look on the baby's face was pure joy.

pure water

water free from chemicals or minerals

The lab requires pure water for the experiment.

Etymology

Derived from the Old French 'pur', which comes from the Latin 'purus' (meaning clean, clear, or unmixed), originating from the Proto-Indo-European root pu- (to purify or cleanse).

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