intact

• Décrit quelque chose qui reste entier, non endommagé ou inchangé après un événement ou un processus.

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.

   Intact (non endommagé)

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

   Synonymescompleteentiresoundunbrokenundamagedunimpairedunscathedunspoileduntouchedwhole

   Antonymesbrokendamageddefectivefaultyimpairedmarredruinedshatteredspoiled

2. Unbroken hymen (female)C1formalmedical

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

   Hymen intact (femme n'ayant jamais eu de rapports sexuels)

   • 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.

   Synonymeschastemaidenlypurevirginal

3. Uncastrated (domestic animals)C1formaltechnical

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

   Non castré (animaux domestiques)

   • 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.

   Synonymesentireuncastratedwhole

   Antonymesalteredcastratedgeldedneuteredspayed

4. Completely undamagedB1formal

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

   Intact (non endommagé)

   • 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.

   Synonymesperfectsoundunbrokenundamagedunharmedunimpairedunscathedunspoileduntouchedwhole

   Antonymesbrokendamageddefectivedestroyedimpairedruinedshattered