imperfection

noun

im·​per·​fec·​tion ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən 

: the quality or state of being imperfect

also : fault, blemish

an imperfection in the jewel

Synonyms of imperfection

• defect
• scar
• blotch

Examples of imperfection in a Sentence

He detected several imperfections in the surface of the jewel.

She tried to hide the imperfection in the cloth.

Recent Examples on the Web

Paramount’s offer has been dismissed on the basis of an evolving set of financing concerns and structural imperfections, even as those concerns have been addressed and revised. —Mark Desjardine, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026

These finishes will add depth while disguising imperfections. —Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026

Its beauty is in its imperfections. —Mary Grace Granados special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026

But tradeoffs and imperfections define the experience of using the Galaxy Z TriFold. —Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for imperfection

• circumspection
• disaffection
• disconnection
• disinfection
• dorsiflexion
• indirection
• insurrection
• intellection
• interjection
• intersection
• introjection
• introspection

Kids Definition

imperfection

noun

im·​per·​fec·​tion ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən 

1

: the quality or state of being imperfect

2

: flaw, fault