Intact (en. Intact)

/ɛ̃.takt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which remains whole, undamaged.
The vase remained intact despite the storm.
Le vase est resté intact malgré la tempête.
Which has not undergone any modification.
His innocence has remained intact over the years.
Son innocence est restée intacte au fil des années.
Which retains its original shape.
The ruins of the old castle are relatively intact.
Les ruines de l'ancien château sont relativement intactes.

Etymology

From Latin 'intactus', meaning 'untouched'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

an intact site
A place that has not been disturbed or damaged.
un site intact
keep intact
To preserve something in its original state.
garder intact
intact memory
A memory that has not been altered or forgotten.
mémoire intacte

Related Words

intacte
Feminine of intact, designating something that has remained whole.
intacte
intactement
In an intact manner, without change.
intactement

Slang Meanings

To be in perfect condition.
My phone is intact, I still use it.
Mon téléphone est intact, je l'utilise toujours.
To have not sustained any damage.
The car is intact after the accident.
La voiture est intacte après l'accident.