Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

whiter-than-white

adjective

/ˈwaɪtər ðən waɪt/

Definition

Extremely white or pure, often used figuratively to describe someone or something that is morally superior or blameless.

Examples

His reputation was whiter-than-white, making him the ideal candidate for the charity position.
The company’s image was designed to be whiter-than-white to attract more customers.

Meaning

The term ‘whiter-than-white’ is commonly used to imply an exaggerated level of purity or integrity, suggesting that something is not just clean, but perfectly so.