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unspotted

|un/spot/ted|

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/ʌnˈspɑːtɪd/

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/ʌnˈspɒtɪd/

free from spots or blemishes

Etymology
Etymology Information

'unspotted' originates from Middle English, combining 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'spotted' meaning 'marked with spots'.

Historical Evolution

'unspotted' changed from the Middle English word 'unspotted' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'free from spots or blemishes', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not marked or stained; free from spots or blemishes.

The unspotted snow covered the entire landscape.

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Adjective 2

free from moral blemish or impurity; innocent or pure.

Her reputation remained unspotted throughout her career.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45