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
So despite imperfections and an up-and-down start, there is indeed reason to believe the Tigers remain favorites to win the division.
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Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
These are precision components designed to fine-tune the particle beam and correct magnetic field imperfections.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Use 60- to 150-grit sandpaper to remove surface imperfections and open the wood pores, allowing the sealant to penetrate better.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Finish the Ceiling If the ceiling still shows noticeable imperfections, add a skim coat to finish the ceiling.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
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Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
These are precision components designed to fine-tune the particle beam and correct magnetic field imperfections.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Use 60- to 150-grit sandpaper to remove surface imperfections and open the wood pores, allowing the sealant to penetrate better.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Finish the Ceiling If the ceiling still shows noticeable imperfections, add a skim coat to finish the ceiling.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for imperfection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperfection
Noun
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The dogs [which carried the same genetic defect for LCA as humans] had the funny eye movements.—
Lauren J. Young,
Scientific American,
4 May 2026
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While the Allen and Morens prosecutions move forward, the factual and legal defects in the SPLC and Comey indictments suggest that both defendants will likely succeed in any effort to get their cases tossed out of court.—
Quinta Jurecic,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
Noun
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The work also highlights how planetary scars preserve hidden records of ancient events.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
9 May 2026
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His ex-girlfriend, a makeup artist in the film industry, gave a testimony on the witness stand and showed her scars from the stabbing.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
9 May 2026
Noun
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These grow to form blotches that have lighter and darker zones appearing as irregular concentric rings that grow throughout the season until the entire leaf turns black and dies.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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This was a black one with blotches faintly outlined in pale yellow, a beautiful but deadly looking animal.—
Dr. C. E. Kuschel,
Outdoor Life,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Imperfection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperfection. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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