Synonyms of intact

intact

adjective

in-ˈtakt 

as in entire

not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it

it's rare to find such an old chess set that is intact

Synonyms & Similar Words

• entire
• whole
• complete
• full
• perfect
• comprehensive
• total
• integral
• grand
• uncut
• undiminished
• plenary
• compleat
• extensive
• unabridged
• maximal
• exhaustive
• full-scale
• full-on
• all-out
• full-blown
• full-fledged
• full-out
• full-bore
• full-blooded

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• partial
• incomplete
• imperfect
• cut
• diminished
• reduced
• abbreviated
• abridged

Synonym Chooser

How is the word intact distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of intact are entire, perfect, and whole. While all these words mean "not lacking or faulty in any particular," intact implies retention of perfection of a thing in its natural or original state.

the boat survived the storm intact

When might entire be a better fit than intact?

While in some cases nearly identical to intact, entire implies perfection deriving from integrity, soundness, or completeness of a thing.

the entire Beethoven corpus

In what contexts can perfect take the place of intact?

The words perfect and intact can be used in similar contexts, but perfect implies the soundness and the excellence of every part, element, or quality of a thing frequently as an unattainable or theoretical state.

a perfect set of teeth

When would whole be a good substitute for intact?

The words whole and intact are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, whole suggests a completeness or perfection that can be sought, gained, or regained.

felt like a whole person again after vacation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of intact

Even with inevitable rescheduling or scaling back in parts, the overall diversification path is intact. —Ali Shihabi, Time, 8 Sep. 2025

This approach reshapes how the model interprets risky content at its foundation, ensuring safeguards remain intact even when efficiency demands that layers be removed. —Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025

This will be the first time since the first week of training camp the Dolphins entire offensive line will be intact because Austin Jackson broke a toe in his foot during the second padded practice of training camp and was shut down for a month. —Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 7 Sep. 2025

Jackman keeps that inheritance intact, similarly flipping the romantic tale script by beginning not with flirtation or longing, but with a wedding. —Leila Latif, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025