pure

Definition

  • adjective: not mixed with anything else
  • adjective: unmixed with any other matter
  • used for emphasis
  • synonyms: untarnished, simple, innocent

Examples

  • I was acting on 'pure' intuition/instinct. [=only because of intuition/instinct and not for any other reason]

  • Don't expect me to believe you're '(as) pure as the driven snow'. [=morally perfect]

  • The relationship is over, 'pure and simple'. [=the relationship is completely over]

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