as in defects
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 imperfections
The good news is that unlike silver-screen waves, this look is actually improved by a few imperfections.
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Grace McCarty, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2026
For Prada, the show represented a sense of unease in uncertain times, bringing to life a collection that felt timely in its imperfections.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, mineral pigments reflect light, blurring imperfections and providing semi-sheer coverage.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026
This $30 ceramic vase features subtle imperfections that align with the core tenet of wabi-sabi interior design.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2026
What’s more, the foundation smooths out fine lines and wrinkles while blurring imperfections and pores—no wonder Drescher's skin looks filtered.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
During the process, imperfections in the water are removed.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Paramount’s offer has been dismissed on the basis of an evolving set of financing concerns and structural imperfections, even as those concerns have been addressed and revised.
—Mark Desjardine, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
These finishes will add depth while disguising imperfections.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
Grace McCarty, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2026
For Prada, the show represented a sense of unease in uncertain times, bringing to life a collection that felt timely in its imperfections.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, mineral pigments reflect light, blurring imperfections and providing semi-sheer coverage.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026
This $30 ceramic vase features subtle imperfections that align with the core tenet of wabi-sabi interior design.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2026
What’s more, the foundation smooths out fine lines and wrinkles while blurring imperfections and pores—no wonder Drescher's skin looks filtered.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
During the process, imperfections in the water are removed.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Paramount’s offer has been dismissed on the basis of an evolving set of financing concerns and structural imperfections, even as those concerns have been addressed and revised.
—Mark Desjardine, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
These finishes will add depth while disguising imperfections.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperfections
Noun
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Since the mandate, neural tube defects have dramatically declined in almost every single ethnic population except for Latinos, according to Jaffery.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
January 12,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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The research team attributed their results to how tiny defects, known as dislocations, move when a metal deforms.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Minneapolis is far from alone in navigating high-profile events and bearing scars from multiple tragedies past.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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At its most basic, a good one can hide acne scars, redness, and other discoloration.—
Michelle Baricevic,
InStyle,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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These blotches are fairly plant friendly and produce what is known as algal leaf spot.—
Brian Bell,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Jan. 2026
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Photos show the Maratus australis spider, which has an intricate pattern of blue and brown blotches edged with bright teal and red-orange stripes.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Imperfections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperfections. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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