picture-perfect

adjective

pic·​ture-per·​fect

ˈpik-chər-ˈpər-fikt

: completely flawless : perfect

made a picture-perfect landing

Synonyms of picture-perfect

• perfect
• ideal
• flawless

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

Recent Examples on the Web

All of the women’s reactions during the performances were picture-perfect. — Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026

That picture-perfect scenario, however, hinges in my mind on how fast USC’s stellar freshman class rounds into form. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026

But go in expecting fewer of the big, picture-perfect jumbos, more size substitutions, and prices that stay elevated straight through the holidays; this year's crop doesn't finish shipping until harvest wraps in November. — Phil Lempert, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

One thing the film cannot be faulted for is its picture-perfect evocation of the ranch and split-level houses whose low rooflines remain an ideal visual signifier of the time. — Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 22 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for picture-perfect

• affect
• aspect
• bedecked
• bisect
• collect
• connect
• correct
• deflect
• detect
• direct
• dissect
• effect

Kids Definition

picture-perfect

adjective

: completely flawless : perfect

made a picture-perfect landing