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 of seamless

• perfect
• flawless
• ideal
• excellent

Examples of seamless in a Sentence

The transitions from scene to scene were seamless.

a seamless transfer of power

Recent Examples on the Web

Marshall will remain with the company through the end of the calendar year to ensure a seamless transition, the announcement states. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026

Snag-free bristles gently grip hair for a smooth, seamless glide. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026

One positive has been safety Bryce Fitzgerald’s seamless transition to starting cornerback. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026

The same team that runs the ship runs the land package, so the handoff between city and river feels seamless. — Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for seamless

• dreamless