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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. 

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That has long made the reflecting pool, which is only 3-feet deep, a perfect breeding ground.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

“Many households are choosing to move forward rather than wait for perfect conditions.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026

And this is just a really perfect opportunity with the Talavera jar.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

Tuchel's approach with Bellingham may just have got this naturally-gifted player with a fierce competitive edge coming to the boil at the perfect time.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

I’m nothing like those cheerleader girls that guys like him go for, with their perfect hair and makeup, shoes that match their shirts.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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