Perfect

/ˈpɜːr.fɪkt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A perfect person or thing; an ideal.

In her eyes, he was the perfect of what a partner should be.

verb

To make something free from faults or defects; to improve.

The chef spent years working to perfect his signature dish.

To bring to completion; to finish.

She is trying to perfect her technique in painting.

adjective

Having all the required or desirable elements, qualities, or characteristics; as good as it is possible to be.

The performance was perfect, with every note played flawlessly.

Satisfying all criteria or requirements; without fault or defect.

She has a perfect score on the exam, leaving no room for error.

Complete and absolute; without exception.

He delivered a perfect presentation, impressing everyone in the room.

From Latin 'perfectus', meaning 'completed'.

perfect timing

A moment that is exactly right for a particular situation.

perfect storm

A rare combination of circumstances that results in a significant event.

perfectly clear

Completely understandable.

perfection

The state of being perfect.

perfectly

In a perfect manner.

Awesome or excellent.

That movie was perfect!

Exactly what is needed or wanted.

This place is perfect for our party.