perfectly

adverb

per·​fect·​ly ˈpər-fik(t)-lē 

1

: in a perfect manner

2

: to a complete or adequate extent : quite

was perfectly happy until now

Synonyms of perfectly

• immaculately
• excellently
• finely

Examples of perfectly in a Sentence

The steak was perfectly cooked.

you did that handspring perfectly on your first try

Recent Examples on the Web

The women's beanie is highly functional, too, thanks to a blend of wool and synthetic materials that’ll take the chill out of biting days and perfectly stretch to fit your head. —Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026

Sydney also posted a photo of her walking through the hallways, showing off her pajamas — which perfectly match her daughter's onesie. —Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026

The white tee must be perfectly tailored, the denim must be comfortable enough to wear on the plane, the socks must be cashmere, the makeup must be simple, but never without a swipe of cherry red lipstick. —Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026

Able to fit 24 jars and bottles, this two-tier turntable perfectly stores spices in plain sight. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing perfectly

• let's get one thing perfectly clear

Rhymes for perfectly

• imperfectly

Kids Definition

perfectly

adverb

per·​fect·​ly ˈpər-fik-(t)lē 

1

: in a perfect manner

understand perfectly

2

: quite sense 1, altogether

I was perfectly willing