picture-perfect

adjective

pic·​ture-per·​fect
ˈpik-chər-ˈpər-fikt
Synonyms of picture-perfectnext
: completely flawless : perfect
made a picture-perfect landing

Examples of picture-perfect in a Sentence

it was a picture-perfect day for a picnic—the sun was shining and a light breeze stirred the air
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In the morning, there’s the option of a floating breakfast in your pool, which is picture-perfect. Harriet Compston, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026 And then came Sunday night in Washington, when a different pair of Heat teammates created a picture-perfect moment for one — not quite so much for the other. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026 Explore Lago di Braies by boat for picture-perfect views of nature. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026 Sam Darnold's first season with the Seattle Seahawks has been nothing short of picture-perfect. Jacob Camenker, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for picture-perfect

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of picture-perfect was in 1909

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“Picture-perfect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/picture-perfect. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

picture-perfect

adjective
: completely flawless : perfect
made a picture-perfect landing
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