26984 words

perfection

4 definitions • 4 examples
1
the state of being complete and correct in every way:

Examples:

In his quest for physical perfection, he spends hours in the gym.
2
extremely well:

Examples:

The fish was cooked to perfection.
3
the quality of being perfect:

Examples:

She is a superb violinist, and combines technical perfection with an exciting performance style.
4
If something is done to perfection, it is done very well and happens exactly as planned:

Examples:

In the last few minutes of the football game, they tried a trick play, and it worked to perfection.

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