Unalloyed

usgb/ˌʌnəˈlɔɪd/
adjective

Pure, not mixed with anything else.

She displayed unalloyed happiness upon seeing her old friends.
Visual representation of "unalloyed" - Pure, not mixed with anything else

Often appears as...

  • unalloyed pleasure
  • unalloyed happiness
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Emotional Intensity

Used when expressing strong, undiluted emotions or feelings.

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His farewell speech was filled with unalloyed sorrow.
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Not Just Metals

Though related to metals, it's also used for abstract things like joy or sadness.

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Her success was met with unalloyed joy from her supporters.
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Literary Usage

Often found in literature to amplify a character's pure feelings or actions.

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He gazed upon the painting with unalloyed wonder.
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