IMPERFECTION Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

imperfection

noun

ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən

Definition of imperfection

as in defect

something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing the shirt was marked down because of a minor imperfection

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Recent Examples of imperfection Wear it alone or over makeup as the mineral powder blurs imperfections and soothes the skin with a skin-loving formula. — ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026 Researchers examined material imperfections and electrical characteristics that can introduce parasitic effects. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026 Give your visuals recognizable imperfections, unexpected references and a strong narrative. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026 Through Danny’s project, Michaela learns to embrace imperfection and open her heart, while Bryan rethinks his future as a traveling substitute teacher. — Rachel Labonte, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for imperfection

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Noun

Amid these safety concerns, GE analyzed recent engine defects on the Boeing 787 and determined that thermal fatigue, driven by stress concentrations near cooling holes, is causing low-cycle blade deterioration.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
The building already has materials, dimensions, defects, histories, neighbors, owners, previous uses, and established patterns of maintenance or neglect.

— Julian Rose, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of defect

Noun

Matt Romano, chief of response for Sector San Juan, showed reporters scars all over his forearms from rescuing people from a rocky shelf on Monito.

— Pedro Portal, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026
The illness is often treated by an ablation, a minimally invasive procedure that creates scars in parts of the heart to help maintain a normal heart rhythm.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of scar

Noun

Doctors detected abnormal breath sounds, and a scan revealed a round blotch in his right lung—a sign of blood, pus, fluid or tissue—but tests for common pathogens came back negative.

— Rachel Melegrito, Scientific American, 26 Oct. 2026
Juveniles can be distinguished by their dark facial bands and gray or tan body patterned with black or brown blotches.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of blotch

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