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pure

Pronunciation: [/pjʊɹ/]

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pure: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use pure in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “quality”

(adjective) something that is entirely clean, clear or free from anything that might make it dirty or impure. A glass of water without any dirt or a white snowflake is pure.

Example

The fresh mountain air was pure and invigorating.

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The polluted river water was not pure enough to drink.

Example

Is the gold in the jewelry pure or mixed with other metals?

Context: “innocence”

(adjective) someone or something that is free from any guilt or wrongdoing. A baby who has never done anything wrong is considered pure.

Example

Her intentions were pure and sincere, with no hidden motives.

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His past actions were not pure and honest, causing distrust among his friends.

Example

Do you believe that his motives are pure in this situation?

Context: “substance”

(noun) a substance or material that is not mixed with anything else, in its natural state. For example, a pure metal or a pure color that isn't mixed with other colors.

Example

The scientist conducted tests to determine the purity of the substance to ensure it was pure enough for the experiment.

Example

The mixed paint colors did not create a pure shade of blue.

Example

How can you tell if the substance is pure or mixed with others?

How to pronounce pure

Pronunciation: [/pjʊɹ/]

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