# pristine

**Pronunciation:** /ˈprɪstiːn/ · pris-TEEN

**CEFR level:** C1

**Part of speech:** adjective

## Meaning

In its original condition; unspoiled, pure, and fresh.

## Examples

- The ancient manuscript was preserved in pristine condition, looking as if it had just been written.
- After the storm, the hiking trail was no longer pristine, covered with fallen branches and mud.
- She kept her vintage car in pristine shape, polishing it regularly and avoiding any scratches.

## Synonyms

- clean — General term for absence of dirt.
- spotless — Emphasizes complete absence of marks or dirt.
- immaculate — Suggests perfect cleanliness and order, often implying great care.
- unblemished — Highlights the absence of any flaws, marks, or damage.

## Antonyms

- dirty — Covered with dirt or grime.
- spoiled — Damaged or harmed, losing its original quality.
- tainted — Contaminated or morally corrupted.

## Collocations

- pristine condition — The antique vase was found in pristine condition, remarkably preserved over centuries.
- pristine environment — Ecologists are working to protect the pristine environment of the rainforest.
- pristine white — The freshly fallen snow created a pristine white blanket over the landscape.

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