maculate

/məˈkjulɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

free from stain or pollution; unblemished

“The pristine beach was maculate, with crystal-clear waters and powdery white sand.”

2. noun

a spot or mark on something that spoils its appearance

“The maculate on his shirt was from a spilled cup of coffee.”

3. verb

to make something unclean or spoiled

“The careless driver maculated the pristine road with oil stains.”

Synonyms

  • spotless
  • unblemished
  • untainted

Antonyms

  • blemished
  • polluted
  • sullied