PERFECTION Synonyms: 108 Similar and Opposite Words

perfection

noun

pər-ˈfek-shən

Definition of perfection

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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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 Its the story of rivalry and thepursuit of perfection where the real heat was not just in the kitchen. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 21 July 2026 Bursting with sweet-tart character and blended to icy perfection – the ultimate refreshment for warm days and good vibes. — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 July 2026 Variety matters more than perfection here, so think of spinach as a reliable starting point rather than the only answer. — Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 20 July 2026 In the end, parents shouldn’t be too hard on themselves, however—because perfection is unrealistic. — Melissa Willets, Parents, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for perfection

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Noun

Second, individual excellence is prioritized over essential teamwork.

— Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Almost two decades ago, Gosen and some friends began looking for a way to celebrate Missouri’s bourbon legacy while also providing more guardrails to promote excellence across the industry.

— Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 21 July 2026

Definition of excellence

Noun

That the ideal was so ancient, and the examples so few, is precisely what makes the discipline remarkable.

— Michael Sonnenfeldt, Fortune, 19 July 2026
And thanks to a lack of light pollution, low population, and limited rainfall and tree coverage, the region has the perfect recipe for clear, untouched dark skies ideal for stargazing.

— Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 18 July 2026

Definition of ideal

Noun

Through effortless magnetism, and extraordinary emotional precision, this actor crafts a character who belongs as much to the sea as the shore.

— William Earl, Variety, 25 July 2026
The design team’s influence waned as Apple poured its energy into manufacturing the iPhone and other bestsellers with military precision at massive scale.

— Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 25 July 2026

Definition of precision

Noun

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
Zurich said the Game Changer Award pays tribute to excellency in the film business with a focus on leaders that not only cherish change and forward-thinking approaches in the business, but also stand for the DNA of what cinema has represented since its invention.

— Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2024

Definition of excellency

Noun

Attendees are welcomed into the Nickelodeon activation with bubbles, a slime fountain and a big orange DJ stand spinning cartoon classics.

— Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2026
The series is based on Backyard Baseball — the full-scale revamp of the beloved 2D arcade-style classic that has captivated kids and adults since 1997.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 24 July 2026

Definition of classic

Noun

For instance, non-invasive EEG systems generally capture weaker and noisier signals than implanted brain devices, making accuracy and reliability critical hurdles.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 19 July 2026
Their semi-final against France was a masterclass in how to move the ball with pace and accuracy.

— Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 18 July 2026

Definition of accuracy

Noun

The medals are a manifestation of a campaign that included far more good than bad.

— Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 19 July 2026
By focusing on changing immutable elements through mind power alone, the manifestation practices of Byrne and Nafousi—which promote aligning visualization with action—entered the world of magical thinking.

— Daisy Schofield, Allure, 13 July 2026

Definition of manifestation

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