immaculate

adjective

i-ˈma-kyə-lət How to pronounce immaculate (audio)
Definition of immaculatenext
1
as in pure
free from any trace of the coarse or indecent an immaculate soul

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2
as in pristine
free from dirt or stain somehow managed to keep the white carpet immaculate

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3
as in perfect
being entirely without fault or flaw a fussy groundskeeper who always manages to restore the football field to an immaculate expanse of healthy, well-manicured turf

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Recent Examples of immaculate His carefully coiffed side parting is as immaculate as his smile, something that distinguishes him from the rest of his party, whose members tend to grimace rather than grin. — Esme Nicholson, NPR, 6 Sep. 2026 That said, the surfaces are immaculate with Englert, serving as both co-director and cinematographer, moving through the Dostoevskys’ decline with astonishing care. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2026 Both multidisciplinary artists, the couple not only exhibit immaculate drip through self-styling, but also collaborate on their own designs, turning out boldly-colored and highly wearable basics through their namesake idea factory, Coker Studio. — Vibe, VIBE.com, 1 Sep. 2026 His summer project with the Boardwalk is all about nurturing diplomatic relations between the US and Italy by playing the role of approachable host on the immaculate floating mansion. — CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for immaculate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immaculate
  1. pure
  2. pristine
  3. perfect
  4. clean
  5. spotless
  6. flawless
  7. modest
  8. ideal
Adjective
  • Cringe may be excruciating, but post-cringe would be pure horror.
    — Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • This gift box contains eight bars, spanning from 58 to 80% cacao, in flavors like banana foster and green tea crunch for the adventurous and pink sea salt or pure cacao, dates, and vanilla for the purists.
    — Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of pure
Adjective
  • In her pristine Los Angeles kitchen, Nora Lum—the actor, comedian, and rapper better known as Awkwafina—is standing over a stove with two burners and losing the fight with both.
    — Elissa Suh, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The remote Pacific Ocean has some of the most pristine coral reefs in the world.
    — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of pristine
Adjective
  • The Perfect Prescription is Spacemen 3’s masterpiece, an imperfect record made by one of the last holistically perfect groups of the 20th century.
    — Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026
  • The home office that completes this level offers a perfect spot for working from home.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of perfect
Adjective
  • So for every dollar going into oil, gas and coal, close to two now go into clean power.
    — Sophie Dembinski, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Guests can borrow Bluejay electric bikes, refill at hydration stations on every floor, and shop clean skincare lines at the spa boutique.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of clean
Adjective
  • Díaz posted a spotless ERA in five games down the stretch, limiting opponents to one hit combined.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The housekeeping staff was incredibly on top of things, and the room always looked spotless.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of spotless
Adjective
  • For this application, precise fit and utility matter more than a flawless cosmetic finish.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Our goal is to perfectly complement Paramount Pictures’ cinematic vision and Caruso’s beautiful retail destination by delivering a flawless, high-end guest experience.
    — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of flawless
Adjective
  • Meanwhile, Medicare Part D prescription drug plans may see modest premium increases in 2027, according to an analysis by KFF, a nonpartisan health policy research group.
    — Lorie Konish, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026
  • After adjusting for geographic region and fertility status, researchers found a modest annual decline in sperm concentration.
    — Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of modest
Adjective
  • As with any important Christie’s exhibition, an accompanying catalog makes for the ideal souvenir.
    — Tanya Dukes, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
  • But Johansson, who’s served as a campaign star for Prada in the past, used her dress as the ideal canvas for her statement jewelry.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of ideal

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“Immaculate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immaculate. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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