pure

/pʊər/

Definitions

1. adjective

Free from impurity or contamination in quality or effect; unadulterated

“The chef insisted on using only pure ingredients to make the dish.”

2. adverb

In a pure state or condition; completely

“The scientist analyzed the data in a pure form to get accurate results.”

3. noun

A chemical substance in its most simple and unadulterated form, often used to indicate a high degree of purity

“The chemist worked with pure crystals to develop the new medicine.”

Synonyms

  • chaste
  • spotless
  • unadulterated
  • untainted

Antonyms

  • contaminated
  • impure
  • polluted
  • tainted