Imperfectly

/ɪmˈpɜːrfɪktli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is not perfect; with imperfections or flaws.

The sculpture was beautifully crafted, but it was imperfectly finished, with rough edges.

In a manner that lacks completeness or full achievement.

He understood the concept, but he imperfectly grasped the complexities involved.

To an insufficient degree.

The report addressed the issue, but it imperfectly covered all the necessary details.

Not entirely or completely; partially.

The manner in which they collaborated was imperfectly coordinated, leading to some misunderstandings.

From Latin 'imperfectus', meaning 'not finished' or 'not complete'.

fall short

To fail to meet a standard.

make a mess of

To do something in a careless or imperfect way.

cut corners

To do something in a way that saves time or money but results in something of poor quality.

imperfect

Lacking completeness or perfection.

flawed

Having imperfections, mistakes, or faults.

Not on point

His explanation was a bit off, not really hitting the mark perfectly.

Not up to par

That performance was okay, but definitely not up to par.