spotless

adjective

spot·​less ˈspät-ləs How to pronounce spotless (audio)
Synonyms of spotlessnext
: having no spot:
a
: free from impurity : immaculate
spotless kitchens
b
: pure, unblemished
a spotless reputation
spotlessly adverb
spotlessness noun

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She keeps her room spotless.
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Many have spotless payment histories, pay more in rent than a mortgage would cost and have shown financial resilience by building businesses or sustaining long-term gig careers. — Efri Argaman, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 The travel center, which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, has developed a cult-like following and is best known for a cute mascot who often boasts about its spotless, award-winning restrooms. — Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 25 July 2026 In the offices above the garage, employees work in slippers at spotless desks — a mandate inspired by Japanese culture that Younis picked up while working for Bosch in Japan. — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 21 July 2026 Or Japanese fans leaving entire sections spotless by picking up after themselves — twice. — ABC News, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for spotless

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of spotless was in the 15th century

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spotless

adjective
spot·​less ˈspät-ləs How to pronounce spotless (audio)
: free from spots or blemishes : perfectly clean or pure
a spotless kitchen
a spotless reputation
spotlessly adverb
spotlessness noun

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