PRISTINE Synonyms: 105 Similar and Opposite Words

pristine

adjective

ˈpri-ˌstēn

Definition of pristine

as in mint

being in an original and unused or unspoiled state a pristine forest that has never been subjected to logging or development

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as in immaculate

free from dirt or stain one doesn't dare spill anything on his car's pristine upholstery

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Recent Examples of pristine If true, visiting 269 Justitia would offer a rare, close-up look at pristine material from the distant outer solar system via a much shorter journey. — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026 Plus, merging everything into one pot can be messy; One partner may be paying off student loans while the other is debt-free with a pristine credit history. — Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026 With pristine attendance records, the pups arrive early and leave after the last bell. — Olivia Young, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026 Mice used to nest in the tool drawers, leaving droppings and urine stains…After three months, no nests, no stains, and the tools are pristine. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pristine

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Meanwhile, Kansas City is also getting a major boost from running back Kenneth Walker III, who signed with the team before the season fresh off winning the Super Bowl MVP award with the Seattle Seahawks.

— Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 19 Oct. 2026
Readers rave about the flavorful combination of fresh apples, plump, juicy raisins, and cinnamon.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of fresh

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Just a few small steps from the off-road parking lot led to a tiny teal door—the color a reflection of the island's immaculate waters.

— Callie Thorpe, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
His homemaker mother Leonor (a superb Maude Sandham) and his 17-year-old sister Ilse (Karoline Watson) complete the immaculate family portrait, but there’s unrest there too.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of immaculate

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For her portrayal of the virginal Catholic girl who persuades Terry to take a stand and make something of himself, Saint won the best supporting actress Oscar in 1955.

— Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
The female figures of the Three Graces represent the literal gift of a woman giving her virginal body to a man as property bestowed upon a new owner.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of virginal

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So for every dollar going into oil, gas and coal, close to two now go into clean power.

— Sophie Dembinski, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
Guests can borrow Bluejay electric bikes, refill at hydration stations on every floor, and shop clean skincare lines at the spa boutique.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of clean

Adjective

And the scenery that captivated both men’s imaginations remains largely untouched.

— Nick Scott, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2026
The result is a politics in which almost everyone agrees that reform is urgently needed, provided someone else pays, and their own group’s advantages remain untouched.

— Nicholas Bequelin, Time, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of untouched

Adjective

According to the scientists, the alloys were produced entirely from recycled scrap without adding virgin iron.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
The savings would come from reducing exposure to volatile and rising raw-material costs associated with virgin wood pulp and logging operations—risks that are intensifying as climate change makes forest fires more frequent and severe.

— Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

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