1
as in excellence
exceptionally high quality
Louis Comfort Tiffany produced art glass of such exquisite perfection that he has achieved cult status
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2
as in ideal
the most perfect type or example
Rembrandt's portraits are the perfection of the art of using facial expression, pose, and gesture to reveal the subject's interior life
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as in precision
the quality or state of being very accurate
audio recordings were reaching a level of perfection that earlier technicians had never dreamt possible
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Recent Examples of perfection
Shawn wrestles without any grace here, his normal perfection replaced by him furiously trying to prevent the inevitable passing of the torch moment to Steve Austin, who himself is naturally uncouth in the ring.
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Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
For those seeking a blessing should not be required to have prior moral perfection.
—Megan Forrester, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2025
Financial literacy starts with curiosity, not perfection.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
Obsessive compulsive disorder causes people to fixate on consistency or perfection.
—Heidi Moawad, Md, Verywell Health, 18 Apr. 2025
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Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
For those seeking a blessing should not be required to have prior moral perfection.
—Megan Forrester, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2025
Financial literacy starts with curiosity, not perfection.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
Obsessive compulsive disorder causes people to fixate on consistency or perfection.
—Heidi Moawad, Md, Verywell Health, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfection
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She was selected as one of just 100 high school seniors across San Diego County to receive this honor, recognizing her academic excellence and leadership.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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Named in honor of legendary artist and educator David C. Driskell, the prize has become a benchmark of excellence in the field.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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Though he was known for his progressive ideals, Francis' work may have helped create a further divide among the more conservative and liberal patrons of the Catholic Church.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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The Law Firms will take on a wide range of pro bono matters that represent the full political spectrum, including Conservative ideals.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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The knitting needles are high-quality, sharp and work well for precision work and delicate knitting projects.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
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As anticipation swelled, the Vatican's Swiss Guards made a ceremonial appearance, marching into the square with precision.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Education was considered an individual pursuit marked by moral excellency and only the students who did the best in school would have proceeded to higher education.—
Sara Novak,
Discover Magazine,
12 Nov. 2024
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Education was considered an individual pursuit marked by moral excellency and only the students who did the best in school would have proceeded to higher education.—
Sara Novak,
Discover Magazine,
12 Nov. 2024
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The film will reportedly not be a remake of Mary Harron’s original cult classic, but an entirely new adaptation of Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
3 May 2025
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There’s a bit of everything in there – some classics, some jump scares, all bangers!—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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But none of those accuracy mistakes compared to Texas’ baserunning blunder in the seventh inning.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
3 May 2025
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An early sculpt of what would become the animatronic was revealed, one complete with age spots on Disney’s hands and weariness around his eyes — Imagineers stressed their intent is faithful accuracy — but much of the attraction remains secretive.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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The Long Range All-Wheel Drive model starts at $48,990 or $39,390 after the EV tax incentive.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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The model most likely to be adopted would provide four automatic bids to the SEC and Big Ten, two to the ACC and Big 12, one to the top team from the Group of Six, which includes the rebuilt Pac-12, and three to at-large teams.—
Jon Wilner,
Mercury News,
10 May 2025
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The musician’s spotting was part side quest, part manifestation.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
9 May 2025
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Fortunately, the man did not develop this even more serious manifestation of the disease.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
9 May 2025
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“Perfection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfection. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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