virginal
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈvɜːrdʒɪnəl/
KK: /ˈvɜrdʒɪnəl/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is pure, untouched, or related to a virgin; often implies innocence or freshness.
Example
The garden was virginal, with flowers blooming for the first time in spring.
Conversation
Have you seen that new movie about the virginal princess?
Yeah, I watched it last weekend!
I thought it was interesting how they portrayed her virginal nature throughout the story.
Definitely, it added a unique twist to the plot.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
chaste
pure
untouched
Antonyms
impure
tainted
corrupt
noun
Definition
A small, rectangular musical instrument similar to a harpsichord, which was popular in the 16th and 17th centuries and typically has no legs.
Example
The musician played a beautiful melody on the virginal during the concert.
Conversation
Have you ever played a virginal?
No, I haven't! What is it like?
It's a really interesting instrument, kind of like a small harpsichord.
Root Explanation
Virginal → It is formed from "virgo" (meaning maiden or virgin) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "virginal" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of a virgin or maiden.
Memory Tip
Think of 'virgo' which means maiden, and remember that 'virginal' describes something that is related to a maiden or virgin.
Visually Confused Words
unvirginal
virial
nonvirginal
vitrina
viragin
viminal
vicinal
vaginal