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PURE

(adj., adj.sat, noun, verb, adverb)

Definitions

There are 13 meanings of the word Pure.

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Def 1 US

Pure - as an adjective

Free of extraneous elements of any kind

Example: "Pure air and water"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
impure

(of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
saturated

(used of persons or behaviors) having no faults; sinless

Example: "I felt pure and sweet as a new baby"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
impure

Pure - as an adjective satellite

Without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers

Example: "An arrant fool"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrantcompleteconsummatedouble-dyedeverlastinggrossperfectsoddingstaringstarkthoroughthoroughgoingunadulteratedutter

Free from discordant qualities

Concerned with theory and data rather than practice; opposed to applied

Example: "Pure science"

In a state of sexual virginity

Example: "Pure and vestal modesty"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vestalvirginalvirtuous

Pure - as a noun

One who, or that which, is pure.

Dung (of dogs, fowls, etc) used in tanning, after applying lime, to soften skins.

An archetype of eternal youth; (loosely), a man who remains emotionally childlike.

Pure - as a verb

To hit (the ball) completely cleanly and accurately

Example: "Tiger woods pured his first drive straight down the middle of the fairway."

To cleanse; to refine.

Pure - as an adverb

To a great extent or degree; extremely; exceedingly.

Example: "You’re pure busy."

Example Sentences

"She has pure intentions and always wants the best for everyone."
"The baby's skin was soft and pure, unblemished by any imperfections."
"The snowflakes fell gently, forming a pure blanket of white on the ground."
"His voice was pure and melodic, captivating the entire audience."
"The clear mountain water was pure and refreshing to drink."
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Word Game Points

Is PURE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pure is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PURE has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is PURE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pure is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PURE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is PURE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pure is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PURE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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