untouched

Definition

Remaining in its original, pristine state, undamaged; not altered.

Etymology

From un- + touched.

Example Sentences

• "There are practically no untouched forests left in Europe."
• "The altars used for magical purposes were of carved wood or, if made of stone, had to be a natural slab, unhewn and untouched by hammer or chisel."
• "Most of the Himalayan rivers have been relatively untouched by dams near their sources. Now the two great Asian powers, India and China, are rushing to harness them as they cut through some of the world's deepest valleys."