unspotted

adjective

Definition of unspottednext
as in unsullied

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Recent Examples of unspotted Unknown to the Americans, and unspotted by their air reconnaissance, Peleliu is full of deep underground cave networks, which the Japanese had fortified and stocked with food, water and ammunition. — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 30 May 2026 The most distinctive features are the bold black-and-white bands across the head and through the eyes, but the yellow beak and the unspotted gray breast are easy ways to confidently identify this dapper bird. — Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025 Dark hair and unspotted skin, a bony frame that would be called petite, not fragile. — Clare Sestanovich, The New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unspotted
  1. unsullied
  2. unblemished
  3. unstained
  4. undefiled
  5. untarnished
  6. untainted
  7. spotless
  8. unsoiled
Adjective
  • But the prosecutor leading the case against the Tates, Rareș Stan, had an unsullied reputation.
    — Heidi Blake, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
  • For those who have lost everything so others can appear unsullied, the only recourse may be getting what they’re owed in blood.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 June 2026
Definition of unsullied
Adjective
  • The swamp, however, may not be so unblemished during times of fire.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
  • West Mersea Beach, Essex The sleepy haunt of Mersea Island draws day trippers from across Essex with its unblemished saltwater marsh landscape and rows of colorful pastel beach huts lining the shore.
    — Lila Harron Battis, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026
Definition of unblemished
Adjective
  • Traces of arecoline, a stimulant exclusively found in betel nuts, were present in all the reference samples and in three archaeological samples that came from the unstained teeth of a woman.
    — Elizabeth Rayne, ArsTechnica, 19 Aug. 2025
  • The underlying regular paint should remain undamaged and unstained, although Glasst does advise testing Unpaint in one small area before applying it to a whole wall.
    — Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2024
Definition of unstained
Adjective
  • The sweeping view of undefiled wilderness on the border with Mexico long rewarded hikers who completed the Arizona Trail, an 800-mile route winding through deserts, canyons and forests.
    — Simon Romero and Zolan Kanno-Youngs New York Times, Star Tribune, 16 Mar. 2021
Definition of undefiled
Adjective
  • This ensures the authentic signal of the revenue leader remains verified and untarnished.
    — Michael D. Brown, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2026
  • The governor, who has largely enjoyed an untarnished image of good vibes and sparkling charisma, must now face a reality check.
    — Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2026
Definition of untarnished
Adjective
  • Linger there for some stargazing beneath a sky totally untainted by light.
    — Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
  • The motion concluded an untainted special counsel was necessary because the issues involved allegations of contempt and misconduct at high levels in the Justice Department.
    — Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Definition of untainted
Adjective
  • Many have spotless payment histories, pay more in rent than a mortgage would cost and have shown financial resilience by building businesses or sustaining long-term gig careers.
    — Efri Argaman, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • The travel center, which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, has developed a cult-like following and is best known for a cute mascot who often boasts about its spotless, award-winning restrooms.
    — Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 25 July 2026
Definition of spotless
Adjective
  • That performance turned out to be her best yet, pants unsoiled.
    — Carrie Battan, Vulture, 15 Jan. 2026
Definition of unsoiled

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“Unspotted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unspotted. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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