seamless

adjective

seam·​less ˈsēm-ləs 

1

: having no seams

2

a

: having no awkward transitions, interruptions, or indications of disparity

a seamless fusion of beauty and intelligence

—Jack Kroll et al.

b

: perfect, flawless

a seamless performance

seamlessly

ˈsēm-ləs-lē 

adverb

seamlessness

ˈsēm-ləs-nəs 

noun

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Figurative Meanings of Seamless

Seamless came into the English language in the fifteenth century with a fairly literal meaning: “having no seams” (seam itself signifying “the joining of two pieces (as of cloth or leather) by sewing usually near the edge”). Throughout much of the word’s early history, expecially in the seventeenth century, it was employed by writers to refer to the “seamless coat (or garment)" of Jesus Christ. In modern use, the word usually has the figurative sense “without flaws” or "without interruption" rather than “without seams.”

Synonyms

• absolute
• faultless
• flawless
• ideal
• immaculate
• impeccable
• indefectible
• irreproachable
• letter-perfect
• perfect
• picture-book
• picture-perfect
• unblemished

Examples of seamless in a Sentence

The transitions from scene to scene were seamless.

a seamless transfer of power

Recent Examples on the Web

The collection of cases, which has been two years in the making, includes the Heritage Stripe Cabin – Antler's most advanced and premium design yet, engineered for seamless travel. —Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025

Then, as on Saturday, Taylor’s performance exuded charm and warmth, joy and pathos, heartfelt emotion and seamless craftsmanship. —George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2025

Keep scrolling to shop more of the best deals happening at Spanx right now, including summer-ready lightweight layers, relaxed pants, and seamless underwear. —Averi Baudler, People.com, 10 May 2025

To demolish four of the homes and create one seamless compound. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for seamless

• dreamless