Unalloyed

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈəˌlɔɪd/

Definitions of unalloyed

adjective not mixed or diluted with any different or extra elements; complete and unreserved

Example Sentences

A1 I have unalloyed joy when I see my favorite movie.

A2 She expressed unalloyed gratitude for the help she received.

B1 The team's unalloyed dedication to their goal was evident in their hard work.

B2 The artist's unalloyed passion for painting shines through in every brushstroke.

C1 His unalloyed commitment to social justice has inspired many to join the cause.

C2 The novel received unalloyed praise from critics for its originality and depth.

Examples of unalloyed in a Sentence

formal The scientist's discovery brought unalloyed joy to the research community.

informal I felt unalloyed happiness when I received the good news.

slang I was totally stoked with unalloyed excitement about the concert.

figurative Her unalloyed love for her children knows no bounds.

Grammatical Forms of unalloyed

• past tense: unalloyed
• plural: unalloyeds
• comparative: more unalloyed
• superlative: most unalloyed
• present tense: unalloyed
• future tense: will unalloy
• perfect tense: have unalloyed
• continuous tense: is unalloying
• singular: unalloyed
• positive degree: unalloyed
• infinitive: to unalloy
• gerund: unalloying
• participle: unalloyed

Origin and Evolution of unalloyed

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'unalloyed' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'alloyed' which comes from the Old French word 'aloier' meaning 'to combine or mix'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century, 'unalloyed' has maintained its meaning of being pure or unadulterated over time, with no significant shifts in its usage or connotation.