Purest: meaning, definitions and examples

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purest

 

[ pjสŠษ™rษ™st ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

quality assessment

The term 'purest' is the superlative form of 'pure', indicating the highest degree of purity. It is often used to describe something that is free from any contamination or imperfection. In various contexts, such as in environmental biology, chemistry, or emotional states, 'purest' signifies the absence of negative attributes. This term can also relate to substances, experiences, or even ideologies that adhere to fundamental principles without dilution. Thus, it reflects an ideal state of being without adulteration.

Synonyms

most immaculate, most pristine, most unadulterated

Examples of usage

  • She had the purest intentions.
  • This is the purest form of water.
  • He sought the purest truth in his research.

Translations

Translations of the word "purest" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais puro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฌเคธเฅ‡ เคถเฅเคฆเฅเคง

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช reinste

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terpaling murni

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะนั‡ะธัั‚ั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ najczystszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆœ€ใ‚‚็ด”็ฒ‹ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท le plus pur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ el mรกs puro

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท en saf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์žฅ ์ˆœ์ˆ˜ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃูƒุซุฑ ู†ู‚ุงุกู‹

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nejฤistฤ›jลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ najฤistejลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ€็บฏ็ฒน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ najฤistejลกi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hreinasta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตาฃ ั‚ะฐะทะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒงแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ–แƒ” แƒกแƒฃแƒคแƒ—แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™n saf

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ el mรกs puro

Etymology

The word 'pure' originates from the Latin term 'purus', meaning 'clean, clear, unmixed'. The development into 'purest' as the superlative form showcases changes consistent within the English language. Throughout history, the notion of purity has been essential across various cultures, often linked to moral, physical, and emotional dimensions. In the Middle Ages, purity was frequently discussed in religious texts, symbolizing both spiritual and physical cleanliness. By the 15th century, the term began to be used more broadly to describe various substances and experiences as untouched or untainted, leading to its contemporary usage where it denotes not only physical qualities but also ethical and emotional states.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,548, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.