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pristine
adjective
In its original condition; unspoiled; clean and fresh as if new.
Common - Frequently used in everyday language
Etymology
From Latin pristinus "former, ancient, original," related to priscus "ancient" and prior "former."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The pristine beaches were untouched by tourism."
- 2.
"She kept her vintage car in pristine condition."
- 3.
"The pristine wilderness showed no signs of human activity."
Related Vocabulary
Synonyms
immaculatespotlesspureunspoileduntouched
Related Words
originalperfectflawlessvirgin
Fun Fact
The word pristine originally meant simply "ancient" or "former." Its meaning shifted in the 1900s to emphasize the idea of being in an unspoiled, original state—as things were before corruption.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (P, R, I, S, T, I, N, E)
Scrabble Value: 10 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "PR" at the start of words.
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