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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Little One watches as a sudden change in a child’s behavior threatens to tear a picture-perfect family apart. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 12 June 2026 Dramatic limestone cliffs provide picture-perfect views at every turn, and, even in the height of summer, sweeping beaches ensure there's room for everyone on the sand. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026 Maintenance To Prevent Brown Spots Again, maintaining a picture-perfect lawn can be laborious,​​ especially in the sunny South, where the temperatures can fluctuate. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 10 June 2026 Finally, picture-perfect Brown Butter Miso Banana Bread (another Every Leaf, Every Stem contribution) and Parmesan Shortbread Sandwich Cookies with Tomato Basil Cream Cheese (Carla Bakes again)—say that 10 times fast. Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 June 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 14 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

picture-perfect

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