intact

• Describe algo que permanece entero, sin daños o sin cambios después de un evento o proceso.

Describes something that remains whole, undamaged, or unchanged after an event or process.

1. Undamaged or untouchedB1formal

   Remaining whole and complete, without any part missing or harmed.

   intacto

   • The ancient vase was found intact after the excavation.
   • Despite the storm, the house remained intact.
   • His reputation survived the scandal intact.

   Sinónimoscompleteentiresoundunbrokenundamagedunimpairedunscathedunspoileduntouchedwhole

   Antónimosbrokendamageddefectivefaultyimpairedmarredruinedshatteredspoiled

2. Unbroken hymen (female)C1formalmedical

   Referring to a woman who has not engaged in sexual intercourse; the hymen is still unbroken.

   Intacta (mujer sin relaciones sexuales)

   • In some cultures, an intact hymen is considered a sign of virginity.
   • The medical examination confirmed that the hymen was intact.
   • Historical societies placed great importance on an intact hymen before marriage.

   Sinónimoschastemaidenlypurevirginal

3. Uncastrated (domestic animals)C1formaltechnical

   Having the full reproductive capability; not neutered or spayed, usually referring to farm animals.

   entero (animal no castrado)

   • The intact stallion was kept separate from the mares.
   • Intact male dogs often show more aggressive behavior.
   • Farmers may prefer intact bulls for breeding purposes.

   Sinónimosentireuncastratedwhole

   Antónimosalteredcastratedgeldedneuteredspayed

4. Completely undamagedB1formal

   Not harmed, broken, or impaired in any way whatsoever.

   Intacto, sin daño

   • The package arrived intact despite the rough shipping.
   • Her dignity remained intact throughout the argument.
   • All the original features of the building are still intact.

   Sinónimosperfectsoundunbrokenundamagedunharmedunimpairedunscathedunspoileduntouchedwhole

   Antónimosbrokendamageddefectivedestroyedimpairedruinedshattered