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perfect

[pur-fikt, per-fekt] / ˈpɜr fɪkt, pərˈfɛkt /






Usage

What are other ways to say perfect? The adjective perfect emphasizes completeness, and also high quality and absence of defects or blemishes: a perfect diamond. Complete implies that a certain unit has all its parts or is fully developed or perfected, and may apply to a process or purpose carried to fulfillment: a complete explanation. Intact implies retaining completeness and original condition: a package delivered intact. Entire means whole, having unbroken unity: an entire book. 

Example Sentences

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“Ideally you should be 21 to hear these jokes,” he says in the routine, “but in a perfect world we’d all be 21. Forever.”

From The Wall Street Journal

With its mild weather and acres of empty land, turn-of-the-20th century L.A. was perfect for two burgeoning industries: flight and film.

From Los Angeles Times

“I was not looking for people to be singing in any perfect way,” Guðnadóttir explains.

From Los Angeles Times

“Historically, late year markets are slightly more favorable, but only by enough to reward those who are already participating, not those waiting for a postcard perfect entry.”

From Barron's

Australia concedes the ban will be far from perfect at the outset, and some underage users will fall through the cracks as issues are ironed out.

From Barron's