STAINLESS Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

stainless

adjective

ˈstān-ləs

Definition of stainless

as in pristine

free from dirt or stain nothing less than a perfectly stainless sheet of parchment would do for a diploma

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Recent Examples of stainless Both models are housed in a stainless-steel 41 mm case, and each has its own Panorama Date perched at 6 o’clock. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026 Using Stainless Polish On Your Fridge On the one hand, using stainless polish to clean a stainless steel fridge leaves a bright, attractive, reflective finish—but there’s a downside. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2026 The roominess extends to the modern windowed kitchen, which has stainless-steel appliances and a surprising amount of counter space. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 17 Aug. 2026 Buy The stainless-steel drain of the Composer One garbage disposal seals to dampen sound while grinding food. — Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stainless

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More than 120 other Reddit users supported the statement, bolstering it with their own proof of its superiority like photos of the state’s pristine sand and crystal clear water more akin to the Caribbean than the Midwest.

— Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
For Kathleen, the more manicured and pristine that set could be, the more things that could have Buddy’s insignia stamped on them and the more objects that could have faces staring out at Freddy (Delaney Quinn) and her friends, the better.

— Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of pristine

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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, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
The vibe here is immaculate, incredibly unique, and simply put, warm.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of immaculate

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The boat falls into a sewer, and, as the boy goes to retrieve it, a face appears out of darkness—a clown, with spotless, uncanny white skin, a bulbous red nose, and untamed red hair.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026
Dalton and Elijah are well-matched, their reputations equally spotless.

— Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026

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