Meaning & Definition of word "Pure"
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Pure
/pjʊər/
adjective:
- 1. Not mixed or adulterated with any other substance or material.
- Example: The pure gold ring sparkled brilliantly in the sunlight.
- 2. Free from any contamination or pollution.
- Example: The lake's water was so pure that it was safe to drink directly from it.
- 3. Clean and innocent; free from guilt or corruption.
- Example: She had a pure heart and always sought to help those in need.
- 4. Unqualified; absolute.
- Example: His pure joy was evident when he received the good news.
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French 'pur', from Latin 'purus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pure and simple:
Completely simple or straightforward.
pure of heart:
Having good intentions or being morally upright.
pure genius:
An exceptionally talented person or idea.
Related Words
purity:
The state of being pure.
purify:
To remove contaminants or impurities.
puritan:
A member of a group that wanted to purify the Church of England.
Slang Meanings of pure
Meaning: Pure vibes
Example Sentence: That concert was pure vibes, everybody was feeling it.
Meaning: Pure fire
Example Sentence: This new album is pure fire; I can't stop listening!