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intact

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈtækt]

Word

Context: “condition”

(adjective) something that remains whole and not damaged. If you have a toy that you dropped, and it didn't break, you can say it is still intact.

Example

The package arrived intact without any dents or damage.

Example

After the storm, the fence was not intact; many boards were broken.

Example

Is the sculpture intact after being moved to the new location?

Context: “preservation”

(adjective) when something is preserved just as it was, without any parts missing. For example, a historical building can be intact if it's been taken care of and looks the same as it did long ago.

Example

The ancient ruins are still intact, showing how people lived thousands of years ago.

Example

The painting was not intact; it had several tears and faded colors.

Example

Is the museum's collection intact, or have items been lost?

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