Definition

Having a higher level of cleanliness or quality, often used to describe something that is free from impurities or contaminants.

Example

The water from the mountain spring is purer than the water from the city.

Conversation

I just bought some honey that claims to be purer than the usual stuff.

Really? I've heard that pure honey tastes so much better.

Yeah, I hope I can taste the difference in quality.

I'm sure you will! Purer honey is often sweeter and richer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Purer → It is formed from "pure" (from Old French *pur*, meaning clean or untainted) and "-er" (meaning more). The word "purer" means more clean or untainted than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'more clean' or 'more untainted' — 'pure' describes cleanliness, and '-er' indicates a comparison.

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