UNADULTERATED Synonyms: 138 Similar and Opposite Words

unadulterated

adjective

ˌən-ə-ˈdəl-tə-ˌrā-təd

Definition of unadulterated

as in pure

free from added matter an unadulterated solution is required for the experiment

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as in sheer

having no exceptions or restrictions the unadulterated nonsense that you sometimes hear from political pundits on TV

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Recent Examples of unadulterated This recipe forgoes the fuss of standing guard over a pot of simmering sauce and instead celebrates the vegetable as its unadulterated self. — Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 June 2026 The stream — called the Kornacki Cam — provides unadulterated number crunching without any pundits weighing in. — Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026 That way, people can get a taste of the unadulterated baseline recipe, which features a mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye and 4% malted barley. — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 May 2026 In this taut epic, sporadic gunfire meets thumping beats, and heart-stopping terror is followed by unadulterated euphoria. — Radhika Seth, Vogue, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unadulterated

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Adjective

Unitree’s debut is the first real public-market pricing on a pure-play humanoid robot company.

— John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
His pure skill level and offensive IQ are long-term minor concerns.

— Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of pure

Adjective

Other governments, including the US, have their own rules and disclosure requirements, but beyond the breadth of the controls in China, the sheer number of people affected is striking – and reaches far beyond civil servants.

— Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
Just look at the new stand — the sheer size of it shows the club’s ambition.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of sheer

Adjective

In both cases, there is something at once magisterial and leadenly self-regarding about the melancholic rhythms of Cusk’s prose, with its stiff and stately syntax and its utter impatience with the real vagaries of difference.

— Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 16 Aug. 2026
The Carolina Panthers played their offensive starters for three series on Saturday, and the result was an utter flop.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of utter

Adjective

Hinckley launched a music career after being granted unconditional release in 2022, but found some concert venues weren’t receptive to hosting his performances.

— Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 12 Aug. 2026
In one room, Catherine is getting promises of unconditional love and affection from Alden, a man who would never harm her.

— Erin Qualey, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of unconditional

Adjective

Our absolute priority right now is providing unwavering support to their families, friends and teammates during this devastating time.

— CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Our absolute priority right now is providing unwavering support to their families, friends, and teammates during this devastating time.

— Jack Moore, ABC News, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of absolute

Adjective

Craig said construction of the first stage of the Jansen potash project in Saskatchewan was 84% complete.

— Tim Treadgold, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
But a complete turnover on defense, coupled with nonconference games at Georgia Tech and Northwestern, will lead to another losing season, after which both sides move in different directions.

— Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of complete

Adjective

While many indie brands are content with one or two signature or hero products that may account for north of 50 percent of their business, Westman Atelier has five or six that contribute double-digit penetration to the total brand.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
The City Attorney's Office has about 160 lawyers, including an Employment Law section with 17 total employees, according to the city.

— Brian Maass, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of total

Adjective

With other phones, even something simple like replacing an aging battery often requires melting adhesive, prying apart fragile glass panels, and decoupling cables.

— Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2026
For a generation that grew up under those glowing Pizza Hut pendants, the appeal is simple.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026

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