Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

pure

[pyoor] / pyʊər /






Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

If Hormuz reopens and oil falls, that diversification should provide more protection than investors would get from a pure upstream producer.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Like the large so-called moon jar that opens the exhibition, these capacious bowls glazed in eggshell white flaunt their foibles with wobbling edges that give character to otherwise pure forms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

When it comes to records, the pure plastic pollution that comes from them is also a concern.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

He added: "Henry's family have responded to this in just the most extraordinarily dignified way. But I suggest the rest of us respond to this with pure, cold rage."

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

These goats have to be pure white or pure black—no markings.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "pure" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com