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]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You rescued me! You're amazing. You're-- You're wonderful. You're... a little unorthodox I'll admit. But thy deed is great, and thine heart is pure. - I am eternally in your debt. - And where would a brave knight be without his noble steed? I hope you heard that. She called me (..)
    2001 Shrek