Perfection

/pərˈfɛkʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The condition, state, or quality of being free or as free as possible from all flaws or defects.

She strived for perfection in her artwork, spending countless hours on each painting.

A person or thing perceived as the embodiment of perfection; a paragon.

To him, she was the perfection of grace and charm.

The action or process of improving something until it is faultless.

The perfection of the software took several months of testing and revisions.

An instance of being perfect.

The cake came out of the oven in absolute perfection, with a golden crust and fluffy interior.

The theological notion of God as being complete or wholly without imperfection.

The philosopher argued that the perfection of God is essential to understanding the nature of divinity.

Middle English: from Old French 'perfection', from Latin 'perfectio', from 'perficere' meaning 'to complete, finish'.

practice makes perfect

The idea that with regular practice, one can achieve perfection.

perfection is unattainable

An acknowledgment that complete perfection is impossible to achieve.

a perfect example

An instance that embodies an ideal standard.

perfect

Being entirely without fault or defect.

perfectionism

The practice of demanding perfection and rejecting anything less.

perfectionist

A person who strives for or believes in perfection.

On point

Her outfit was completely on point; everything was perfection.

Goals

That vacation spot is goals, pure perfection!