Pronunciation: [ pris-teen ]
Definition: adjective
to having its original purity; uncorrupted or unsullied
Origin: Mid 16th century; Latin
Etymology: from Latin pristinus ‘former’. The senses ‘unspoilt’ and ‘spotless’ date from the 1920s.
Usage:
Synonyms:
immaculate
intact
natural
spotless
sterile
untouched
Antonyms:
dirty
soiled
Example:
It was important to Meg to keep her new car in pristine condition.