perfect
per
ˈpɜr
pēr
fect
fɪkt
fikt
British pronunciation
/ˈpɜːfɪkt/

Definition & Meaning of "perfect"in English

perfect
01

completely without mistakes or flaws, reaching the best possible standard

perfect definition and meaning
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He 's the perfect candidate for the job with all his experience.
02

without any flaws or deviations

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The watch showed the perfect time, down to the second.
03

indicating totality or completeness, often for emphasis

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He 's a perfect stranger — I've never seen him before.
04

(grammar) indicating a completed action or state

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She struggled with using the perfect tense correctly until she practiced more.
05

(of a number) equal to the sum of its proper divisors

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Perfect numbers are rare and grow very large quickly.
06

(of an insect) having all adult features fully developed, especially wings and reproductive organs

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The butterfly emerged as a perfect insect after metamorphosis.
07

(of a flower) having both male and female reproductive organs

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Perfect flowers can self-pollinate in some species.
08

referring to intervals or chords that are considered harmonically complete or stable, such as the perfect fifth or perfect octave

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A perfect fifth interval creates a harmonious and balanced sound.
09

exactly right or ideal for a particular purpose or situation; having all the desired qualities with no flaws

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This track is perfect for racing because of its smooth surface and sharp turns.
to perfect
01

to make something as excellent or flawless as possible

Transitive: to perfect sth
to perfect definition and meaning
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The chef worked to perfect the recipe for the signature dish.
02

to make a legal claim, title, or interest complete and enforceable according to law

Transitive
to perfect definition and meaning
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The lender must perfect the security interest by filing the proper documents.
Perfect
01

a verb tense that shows a completed action or state, often relative to another time

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In " She has left, " the verb is in the perfect.
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