Definition

The highest degree of being unclean or contaminated, lacking purity.

Example

The impurest water in the region was not safe to drink.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you hear about that new ice cream flavor they have?

Yeah, I tried it, but I think it's the impurest mix of ingredients I've ever tasted.

Really? I thought it sounded interesting at first.

It does sound good, but sometimes the combination can be the worst!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impurest → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "purus" (from Latin, meaning pure) and the superlative suffix "-est" (indicating the highest degree). The word "impurest" means the most not pure or the least pure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') and 'pure' ('purus') to remember that 'impurest' means the least pure.

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