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 In Turkey, archaeologists recently excavated an unexpectedly pristine example of one Bronze Age artist’s proof-of-authenticity. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 28 Oct. 2026 The designer also has a knack for giving his pristine clothes an heirloom quality, as much as they are rooted in the here and now. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026 Sharp scissors should give a pristine cut at every part of the blade. — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2026 Its pristine, almost peaceful harps make the song sound somehow pleasantly sickening. — Clover Hope, Pitchfork, 25 Oct. 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
  • Another good bet for fresh turkey is Mary’s Land Farm, at 4797 Sheppard Lane.
    — Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Slate and Ford both believe the time is right for a no-frills compact electric pickup, but even these trucks rely on fresh engineering and are aimed at retail as well as fleet buyers.
    — Stephen Edelstein, The Drive, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of fresh
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  • Service is immaculate in that distinctly Japanese way—anticipatory, respectful, never overbearing—and there’s an elegance to the hospitality here that feels deeply ingrained rather than trained.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The glow of many Turners has dwindled, thanks to unstable pigments, but here is an immaculate exception.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 5 Nov. 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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  • Polished, unpretentious, and with charisma in spades, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne is clean, Swiss alpine living at its most glamorous.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Rather than relying solely on movement around the pool, the navigation system is intended to help the cleaner cover surfaces more methodically, reducing the amount of manual intervention required.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of clean
Adjective
  • Ending racial preferences in admissions leaves substantial discrimination untouched if universities distribute other opportunities by race.
    — Ilya Shapiro, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Texas ended special last meals in 2011, after white supremacist Lawrence Russell Brewer ordered a feast and left it untouched.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of untouched
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  • Powered by ultra-purified virgin olive oil made in Italy, these products are free from parabens and sulfates and are great for all skin types.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Legendary Christian saint and virgin martyr who is venerated as the patron saint of breast cancer patients and of various localities in Italy and elsewhere.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of virgin

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