Untainted

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈteɪntɪd/

Definitions of untainted

adjective not contaminated or spoiled; pure or clean

Example Sentences

A1 The baby's untainted innocence brought joy to everyone around.

A2 The clear stream flowed through the forest, its water untainted by pollution.

B1 She was known for her untainted reputation and honesty in the community.

B2 The artist's untainted talent shone through in every brushstroke of the painting.

C1 The untainted beauty of the untouched wilderness was breathtaking.

C2 His untainted integrity and principles made him a respected leader in the industry.

Examples of untainted in a Sentence

formal The evidence presented in court proved that the witness's testimony was untainted by bias.

informal I prefer to buy untainted produce from the local farmers market.

slang I only trust her untainted opinion on the matter.

figurative Her untainted soul shone brightly in a world full of darkness.

Grammatical Forms of untainted

• past tense: untainted
• plural: untainted
• comparative: more untainted
• superlative: most untainted
• present tense: untaint
• future tense: will untaint
• perfect tense: has untainted
• continuous tense: is untainting
• singular: untainted
• positive degree: untainted
• infinitive: to untaint
• gerund: untainting
• participle: untainted

Origin and Evolution of untainted

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'untainted' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the past participle of the verb 'taint' meaning 'to contaminate'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'untainted' has retained its original meaning of 'not contaminated' but has also come to be used metaphorically to describe something pure, innocent, or unspoiled.