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pure

/pjʊə/ · /pjʊr/

CEFR level B1Topic ScienceWord #2831 in the learning path

纯的;无杂质的

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Definitions

adj. not mixed with other substances

纯的;无杂质的

adj. complete and containing nothing of a different kind

纯粹的;完全的

adj. concerned with theory rather than practical uses

纯理论的

Example

This soft scarf is made from pure wool.

这条柔软的围巾是纯羊毛制成的。

Investment in pure science can lead to unexpected discoveries with important practical applications decades later.

对纯理论科学的投资可能带来意想不到的发现,并在几十年后产生重要的实际应用。

Collocations

  • pure water
  • pure wool
  • pure chance
  • pure mathematics

Word family

  • purity (n.)
  • purely (adv.)
  • purify (v.)
  • impure (adj.)

Synonyms

  • unmixed

Antonyms

  • impure

Usage tip

pure既可指无杂质,也可加强语气,如pure luck。

FAQ

What does pure mean?
not mixed with other substances complete and containing nothing of a different kind concerned with theory rather than practical uses
How is pure pronounced?
UK /pjʊə/, US /pjʊr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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