Synonyms of intact

intact

adjective

in-ˈtakt 

as in entire

not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it

it's rare to find such an old chess set that is intact

Synonyms & Similar Words

• entire
• whole
• complete
• full
• perfect
• comprehensive
• total
• integral
• grand
• uncut
• undiminished
• plenary
• compleat
• extensive
• unabridged
• maximal
• exhaustive
• full-scale
• full-on
• all-out
• full-blown
• full-fledged
• full-out
• full-bore
• full-blooded

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• partial
• incomplete
• imperfect
• cut
• diminished
• reduced
• abbreviated
• abridged

Synonym Chooser

How is the word intact distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of intact are entire, perfect, and whole. While all these words mean "not lacking or faulty in any particular," intact implies retention of perfection of a thing in its natural or original state.

the boat survived the storm intact

When might entire be a better fit than intact?

While in some cases nearly identical to intact, entire implies perfection deriving from integrity, soundness, or completeness of a thing.

the entire Beethoven corpus

In what contexts can perfect take the place of intact?

The words perfect and intact can be used in similar contexts, but perfect implies the soundness and the excellence of every part, element, or quality of a thing frequently as an unattainable or theoretical state.

a perfect set of teeth

When would whole be a good substitute for intact?

The words whole and intact are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, whole suggests a completeness or perfection that can be sought, gained, or regained.

felt like a whole person again after vacation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of intact

For its new chapter, the band hired new musicians and a new lead singer to join forces with Mike Shinoda, keeping the core identity of both a rapper and a singer/screamer intact. —Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025

Each grain of rice remains intact, suspended in a rich, thick soup fragrant with ginger. —Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2025

The building was mostly kept intact although a small pool was removed to make way for part of the restaurant. —Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 5 May 2025

The core of that side is still intact, with eight of the starters from the 2023 final — a narrow 1-0 defeat by Manchester City — still at the club. —Mark Carey, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025