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How is the word intact distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of intact are entire, perfect, and whole. While all these words mean "not lacking or faulty in any particular," intact implies retention of perfection of a thing in its natural or original state.

the boat survived the storm intact

When might entire be a better fit than intact?

While in some cases nearly identical to intact, entire implies perfection deriving from integrity, soundness, or completeness of a thing.

the entire Beethoven corpus

In what contexts can perfect take the place of intact?

The words perfect and intact can be used in similar contexts, but perfect implies the soundness and the excellence of every part, element, or quality of a thing frequently as an unattainable or theoretical state.

a perfect set of teeth

When would whole be a good substitute for intact?

The words whole and intact are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, whole suggests a completeness or perfection that can be sought, gained, or regained.

felt like a whole person again after vacation

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Recent Examples of intact How To Thaw Frozen Pumpkin Pie With the soft, custardy filling of pumpkin pie, gentle thawing is key to keep the texture and structure of the pie intact. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2024 And in the wake of a drubbing this year, several Democratic leaders and organizers said their party must grapple with the overwhelming message that voters sent about the durability of their coalition — and the resources needed to keep it intact. Maya King, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024 The auditor left its report intact but included LAHSA’s comments. Doug Smith, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024 When, after 12-plus hours, officials declared the blaze extinguished, the French Gothic cathedral on the Île de la Cité, dating back some 850 years, was still standing, its famous windows, bell towers, and organ all intact. Dana Thomas, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for intact 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intact
Adjective
  • The app seamlessly connects Ledger’s entire ecosystem, which currently supports over 10,000 coins and tokens on over 70 blockchains.
    Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Technicolor will do the entire pre-visualization of the film.
    Patrick Frater, Variety, 23 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Also, merino wool—the material these marvels are most commonly spun from—is naturally resistant to odors and will stay wearable your whole trip.
    David Pierce, WIRED, 23 Nov. 2024
  • The second edition of Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix Saturday night is proving parent Liberty Media’s bet that the addition of the race would elevate the whole circuit’s business.
    Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 23 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • The company continues to evaluate avenues for mitigating internal control weaknesses but has deemed complete mitigation impractical due to its limited staff size.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Results will be updated daily at 5 p.m., except weekends, until the counting is complete.
    Jonathan Horwitz, Orange County Register, 6 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Lacey Reynolds, a junior at UT and president of the Onyx Honor Society — UT's first and only Black honors society — said Tuesday's event had more than 500 people in attendance with four full overflow rooms.
    Lily Kepner, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • However, as noted earlier, penalties and interest will apply, so the IRS encourages those who cannot pay in full to consider obtaining a loan or find other funds to avoid the costs of an installment agreement with the IRS. And be prepared to wait.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Best Amazon Outlet Black Friday Kitchen Deals Amazon’s outlet section is full of kitchen deals, including gifts that are perfect for hostesses, the home chef in your life, and maybe even coworkers.
    Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2024
  • This cast-iron grill pan is perfect for prepping patties, veggies, fish, and more.
    Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • By adopting comprehensive governance frameworks and actively engaging in oversight, boards can successfully and safely navigate the complexities of AI risks.
    Ed Gaudet, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Gutierrez, advocating for a comprehensive immigration reform program intent on expanding migrant access to jobs in America, argued that Allred's move to support a GOP stance on the border runs contrary to bipartisanship.
    Hogan Gore, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024

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“Intact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intact. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

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