pristine Meaning & Definition
What Does Pristine Mean?
Pristine is an adjective that means Unspoiled; still with its original purity; uncorrupted or unsullied. It is also used to mean Primitive, pertaining to the earliest state of something.
Pristine: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈpɹɪstiːn// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | pure and clean |
| Comparative / superlative | more pristine, most pristine |
Pristine Definition (Adjective)
- Unspoiled; still with its original purity; uncorrupted or unsullied.
The beach back is in pristine condition after a council-led cleanup.
- Primitive, pertaining to the earliest state of something.
- Perfect.
Adjective
- Relating to sawfishes of the family Pristidae.
Synonyms of Pristine
Pristine synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Pristine
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Pristine in a Sentence
The beach back is in pristine condition after a council-led cleanup.
Word Forms & Grammar
pristine (comparative more pristine, superlative most pristine)
Words That Rhyme With Pristine
Origin of Pristine
Origin 1: From Middle French pristin, borrowed from Latin prīstinus.
Origin 2: From Ancient Greek πρίστις (prístis, “saw, sawfish”).
How to Pronounce Pristine
Pristine is pronounced //ˈpɹɪstiːn// and has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pristine
What part of speech is pristine?
Pristine is an adjective.
What is another word for pristine?
You can replace pristine with words such as pure and clean. See the full list of pristine synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of pristine?
The comparative form is more pristine and the superlative form is most pristine.