SPAN-NEW Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

span-new

adjective

ˈspan-ˈnü

Definition of span-new

as in pristine

being in an original and unused or unspoiled state I love the smell of a span-new book

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The property also partners with the Ibiza Preservation Fund to help protect the Formentera’s famously pristine waters.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Then customers can take a seat at a brown banquette and pristine white marble tables, dine at the bar or on the patio near the wine window.

— Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026

Definition of pristine

Adjective

Regional allies have not reported fresh Iranian attacks during the pause in US airstrikes.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
For almost three months the source of the infection remained a mystery and Americans were warned that fresh fruits, vegetables and greens, which had been culprits in the past, were the most common sources.

— Dr. Michael Good, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026

Definition of fresh

Adjective

Sam neglects the standards of his profession to protect women who Cady could hurt, especially someone like Sam’s virginal teen daughter, Dani.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 26 June 2026
Brides were expected, in most cultures at various points in history, to be virginal, pure and dedicated to their husbands.

— Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 23 May 2026

Definition of virginal

Adjective

Oscar-winning director Ryan Coogler announced at San Diego Comic-Con that a third Black Panther movie is officially in the works, with a brand-new star who will take on the titular mantle.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 26 July 2026
Badger ordered a tripod and remote from Amazon and created a brand-new social media account with zero followers.

— Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

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