Synonyms for

Pure

Verb / pjʊr / Another word for pure — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pure means not mixed with anything else, or not having any harmful or unwanted substances.

Synonyms & similar words

consummate gross perfect unadulterated virtuous doubledyed impure virginal everlasting thoroughgoing saturated virgin stark sodding unsaturated staring complete utter vestal arrant clean clear unadulterated untainted unsullied uncontaminated unmixed unpolluted unspoiled untarnished chaste virginal innocent immaculate unblemished flawless perfect purebred genuine authentic

Synonyms by register

Formal

unadulterated uncontaminated pristine absolute

Informal

clean straight neat

Literary

chaste spotless immaculate

Antonyms

impure adulterated tainted corrupt polluted dirty mixed

Common collocations

  • pure water
  • pure gold
  • pure coincidence
  • pure joy
  • pure evil
  • pure imagination
  • pure luck
  • pure white

Word family

noun purity
adjective pure
adverb purely

Usage note

While 'pure' can mean completely unmixed, it also often implies moral or spiritual goodness. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The baby's skin was pure and soft.
  2. The snow was pure white and beautiful.
  3. I want to find someone who has a pure heart.
  4. The gold was pure and valuable.
  5. The air in the mountains is pure and fresh.

Quotes

  • The pure and simple truth is rarely pure and never simple. - Oscar Wilde
  • The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart. - Helen Keller
  • The purest and most thoughtful minds are those which love color the most. - John Ruskin

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