Untarnished
(adjective)
- Not discolored or stained.
- Untainted or undamaged.
Origin:
Derived from the word 'tarnished' meaning discolored or stained.
Examples:
- The silverware remained untarnished despite many years of use.
- The athlete's reputation remained untarnished despite many accusations of cheating.
- The politician's record remained untarnished despite many scandals.
- The company's reputation remained untarnished despite many controversies.
- The building's facade remained untarnished despite many years of exposure to the elements.