pristine

adjective

ˈpri-ˌstēn How to pronounce pristine (audio)
Definition of pristinenext
1
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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2
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 Boxwood shrubs are a great option for pristine hedges and natural privacy screens, elevating your landscaping with their bright green foliage and clean appearance. — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026 With a pristine balance sheet and an experienced new CEO taking over in August, West is primed for continued double-digit earnings growth. — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026 This gives you a 23% discount on a pristine display hub featuring an NQ4 AI Gen 2 processor, 4K AI Upscaling, Pure Spectrum Color, Auto HDR Remastering, and a native 144-hertz refresh rate. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026 After all, they can be meticulously manicured to create a pristine and orderly look. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pristine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pristine
  1. fresh
  2. immaculate
  3. virginal
  4. clean
  5. untouched
  6. virgin
Adjective
  • That choice was to keep him fresh for the more important league game on the weekend.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Apart from the cleanup, the Kallimarmaro is also getting a new track, upgraded lighting and fresh support facilities.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of fresh
Adjective
  • Old money nails are immaculate manicures featuring classic and neutral colors.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The vibes for Mike McCarthy and Eli Heidenreich over the last few months have been immaculate.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of immaculate
Adjective
  • Kris and Billy watch that one together in an intimate sleepover, sinking into the murky texture of a scene in which the virginal actor allowed a jerk to take off her clothes.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Sam neglects the standards of his profession to protect women who Cady could hurt, especially someone like Sam’s virginal teen daughter, Dani.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 26 June 2026
Definition of virginal
Adjective
  • Dirty ore yields cleaner results The researchers tested three different types of iron ore and found that Direct Reduced Grade Taconite, one of the most commonly available grades in Minnesota, performed best.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Selective support for storage, refining, pipelines, and ports can reduce vulnerabilities and provide a more stable foundation for the decades-long transition to cleaner energy.
    — Jason Bordoff, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of clean
Adjective
  • The cabinet of curiosities has remained untouched ever since.
    — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • On Monday, Hall went to the ground untouched during 11-on-11 drills.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of untouched
Adjective
  • Drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil and season with salt, pepper and oregano.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Plus, sardines are often packed in tins with extra virgin olive oil, so you get added anti-inflammatory benefits.
    — Marie Bladt, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of virgin

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