unscathed
UK: ʌnˈskeɪðd | US: ʌnˈskeɪðd
adj. not harmed or damaged; completely unharmed
The word "unscathed" originates from Middle English, combining the prefix "un-" (meaning "not") with "scathe," an Old Norse-derived term meaning "to harm" or "injure." The suffix "-ed" turns it into an adjective. "Scathe" itself traces back to the Old Norse "skaði," meaning harm or damage. Over time, "unscathed" evolved to describe someone or something entirely untouched by injury or negative effects, preserving the logical opposition of "un-" to "scathe."
Despite the car crash, the driver emerged unscathed.
The ancient artifact remained unscathed after centuries underground.
Her reputation was unscathed by the false rumors.
The castle stood unscathed through years of warfare.
He walked away from the argument unscathed, his calm demeanor intact.