virginal

adjective
UK: /ˈvɜː.dʒɪ.nəl/
US: /ˈvɝː.dʒɪ.nəl/

  1. Relating to or characteristic of a virgin; pure and untouched.

    1. The snow was virginal, untouched by footprints or tracks.
    2. She approached the project with a virginal enthusiasm, eager to learn.

  2. In a pristine or unspoiled condition; fresh and new.

    1. The forest seemed virginal, untouched by civilization.
    2. The antique book was in surprisingly virginal condition, considering its age.

  3. A musical instrument of the harpsichord family, popular in the 16th and 17th centuries.

    1. She played a tune on the virginal for her guests.
    2. The museum displays a beautifully decorated virginal from the Renaissance period.

Synonyms

pure untouched immaculate pristine chaste maidenly fresh new
virginal noun

  1. A keyboard instrument resembling a small harpsichord.

    1. The virginal was her favorite instrument.
    2. She practiced diligently on her virginal, perfecting her technique.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "virginal" in English means: Relating to or characteristic of a virgin; pure and untouched., In a pristine or unspoiled condition; fresh and new., A musical instrument of the harpsichord family, popular in the 16th and 17th centuries..

The phonetic transcription of "virginal" is /ˈvɜː.dʒɪ.nəl/ in British English and /ˈvɝː.dʒɪ.nəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "virginal": pure, untouched, immaculate, pristine, chaste, maidenly, fresh, new.

Example usage of "virginal": "The snow was virginal, untouched by footprints or tracks.". More examples on the page.