UNTOUCHED Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

untouched

adjective

Definition of untouched

as in unaltered

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Recent Examples of untouched The car, yeah, which is, as far as Minnesota knows, still in a FBI evidence facility that has been untouched. — Hanna Rosin, The Atlantic, 9 July 2026 Lopez’s waist-length strands—styled in a middle part—appeared frizz-free, seemingly untouched by the heat. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 7 July 2026 The gleaming Oscar sat nestled in a row of teddy bears on Jackie Cazares’ bed — a one-of-a-kind keepsake in a room her parents have left largely untouched since the 9-year-old died in the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. — Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 6 July 2026 Accessible only by private ferry off the coast of Georgia, the island is home to 18 miles of untouched beach, wild horses, salt marshes, and hiking trails lined with massive oak trees. — Air Mail, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for untouched

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Adjective

About two decades ago, the feminist website Jezebel, in one of its first posts, offered ten thousand dollars to anyone who could provide the original, unaltered version of a recent glossy-magazine cover photo.

— Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 11 July 2026
Not only is Earth's closest celestial neighbor a pristine time capsule ripe for study – preserved almost unaltered throughout the course of billions of years – but the moon is viewed as a stepping stone for human exploration deeper into the cosmos.

— Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Definition of unaltered

Adjective

Despite growing interest, Bocas retains an unspoiled charm due to limited access and the absence of large resorts, ensuring a tranquil experience.

— Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Just like the director’s films skip festivals and initially rely on minimalistic marketing, passing on early screenings could be interpreted as another way to ensure audience members go into the film unspoiled.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 25 June 2026

Definition of unspoiled

Adjective

The soil below two inches should be unharmed, Adams said, so long as new compost is set and plants are watered plentifully, which will promote natural biological cycles.

— Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Marcon was unharmed and was already at the Presidential Palace when the explosions occurred, the Élysée Palace said in a statement.

— Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 7 July 2026

Definition of unharmed

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Cameron Knight The iconic water tower in Florence appears to be undamaged and is no longer emitting water.

— David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 June 2026
Troopers located the gauge inside the residence and determined the radioactive source remained intact and undamaged, according to a news release.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026

Definition of undamaged

Adjective

Through three weeks, the Dallas Power and Chicago Triplets sit atop the standings with unblemished 3-0 records, while the Detroit Amps and Houston Rig Hands are still searching for their first win.

— Juan Carlos Blanco, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026
My two-in-one Patagonia backpack and duffel remains unblemished after years of use.

— Jack Collins, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026

Definition of unblemished

Adjective

The city's website also includes guidelines regarding the disposal of sandbags — only dry and uncontaminated bags should be reused, and those that have been exposed to floodwaters should be placed in residents' bulk trash piles for collection.

— Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Lin collects uncontaminated plastics which include needle and medication caps, as well as plastic containers.

— Molly McCrea, CBS News, 1 May 2026

Definition of uncontaminated

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

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