pristine — in its original condition; unspoiled
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: in its original condition; unspoiled
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɪstiːn/
Example Sentences
- My roommate's side of the room is pristine while mine looks like a tornado hit it.
- The rental car company charges extra if you don't return the vehicle in pristine condition.
- After three hours of cleaning, the kitchen was finally in pristine condition - until the kids came home.
pristine
ADJECTIVE[/ˈprɪstiːn/]
in its original condition; unspoiled
Untouched natural beauty remains perfect
Pristine machine explores marine!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'pristinus' meaning 'former' or 'original,' referring to something in its earliest or most unspoiled state.
Breakdown
pristine (from Latin pristinus, meaning original/former) - no productive morpheme breakdown in English as it is a direct adoption from Latin
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My roommate's side of the room is pristine while mine looks like a tornado hit it.”
“The rental car company charges extra if you don't return the vehicle in pristine condition.”
“After three hours of cleaning, the kitchen was finally in pristine condition - until the kids came home.”
“The pristine mountain lake reflected the sky like a perfect mirror.”
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