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 With just a three-hour drive, travelers can also reach the hot springs of Arenal Volcano National Park as well as Manuel Antonio National Park, known for its pristine beaches, hiking trails, and wildlife. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025 But few people peel back the layers to see the city beyond its brilliant azaleas and pristine course. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2025 The brand sources its flagship spring water from the Canadian Rocky Mountains, expanding its network to include pristine springs from Italy, Cameroon, the Samoan Islands, the Himalayas, Japan, and beyond. — Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025 But beyond its scientific allure, the Jurassic Coast also offers breathtaking natural beauty: rugged cliffs meet pristine beaches and the dramatic interplay of light and tide often transforms the picturesque landscape into a living canvas of natural history. — Scott Travers, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pristine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pristine
  1. immaculate
  2. fresh
  3. clean
  4. virginal
  5. untouched
  6. virgin
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  • Laurent Ferrier Galet Square The opportunity to own an immaculate creation from the hands of a master watchmaker with Patek Philippe pedigree sounds like an unfathomable accomplishment.
    — Clem Chambers, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • The first two rounds run Thursday through Sunday — that’s four immaculate days of next-to-nonstop college basketball in gyms across the country.
    — Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of immaculate
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  • Core inflation, which excludes prices of fresh food, was at 3%, lower than January’s figure of 3.2%.
    — Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Keep the following pointers in mind to ensure your cheese experience is the crème de la crème: Think fresh.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of fresh
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  • Also known as overlock machines, sergers create strong, durable seams and help produce clean fabric edges.
    — Emma Seymour Feb 3, Good Housekeeping, 3 Feb. 2023
  • The clean, bright walls along with colorful rugs and hardwood floors can seem impossible for people living in apartments.
    — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 3 Feb. 2023
Definition of clean
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  • Would the virginal and so presumably menstruating Mary have been barred from worshipping her son?
    — S. C. Cornell, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Why keep up this fake pretense that each date is somehow brand-new, virginal?
    — Anelise Chen, The Atlantic, 25 Feb. 2025
Definition of virginal
Adjective
  • Shear can find the punchline in a half-empty box of Yoo-hoo, collected on the way out of a disappointing romantic encounter, or the comic tension in a glass of rice pudding going untouched on a table during an awkward conversation.
    — Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
  • By this point in time, there's likely no field left untouched by advancements in AI and ML.
    — Thyaga Vasudevan, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of untouched
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  • These oils should have a high smoke point, more flavor, and aroma than virgin oils.
    — Patty Weasler, RN, BSN, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Carbon dioxide emission savings were compared to producing virgin PET made from fossil fuels and avoiding incineration of waste used as feedstock.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 24 Feb. 2025
Definition of virgin

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