English dictionary

perfect Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: P ER0 F EH1 K T

What Does Perfect Mean?

Perfect is used as a noun meaning (grammar) The perfect tense, or a form in that tense. It can also mean A perfect score; the achievement of finishing a stage or task with no mistakes. As an adjective, it means Fitting its definition precisely. As a verb, it means To make perfect; to improve or hone.

Word Facts for Perfect

Part of speech	noun, adjective, verb
Synonyms	stark, cold and clear
Antonyms	imperfect, flawed and fallible

Perfect Definition (Noun)

(grammar) The perfect tense, or a form in that tense.
A perfect score; the achievement of finishing a stage or task with no mistakes.

Perfect as an Adjective

Fitting its definition precisely.
a perfect circle
Having all of its parts in harmony with a common purpose.
That bucket with the hole in the bottom is a poor bucket, but it is perfect for watering plants.
Without fault or mistake; thoroughly skilled or talented.
Practice makes perfect.
Excellent and delightful in all respects.
a perfect day
Of a number: equal to the sum of its proper divisors.
6 is perfect because the sum of its proper divisors, 1, 2, and 3, which is 6, is equal to the number itself.
(grammar, of a tense or verb form) Representing a completed action.
Sexually mature and fully differentiated.
Of flowers, having both male parts (stamens) and female parts (carpels).
Of a set: equal to its set of limit points, i.e. set A is perfect if A=A'.
Describing an interval or any compound interval of a unison, octave, or fourths and fifths that are not tritones.
(of a cocktail) Made with equal parts of sweet and dry vermouth.
a perfect Manhattan; a perfect Rob Roy
Well informed; certain; sure.
Innocent, guiltless.

Perfect as a Verb

To make perfect; to improve or hone.
I am going to perfect this article.
To take an action, usually the filing of a document in the correct venue, that secures a legal right.
perfect an appeal; perfect an interest; perfect a judgment

Antonyms of Perfect

imperfect flawed fallible faultful faulty

Perfect in a Sentence

a perfect circle

That bucket with the hole in the bottom is a poor bucket, but it is perfect for watering plants.

Practice makes perfect.

a perfect day

6 is perfect because the sum of its proper divisors, 1, 2, and 3, which is 6, is equal to the number itself.

a perfect Manhattan; a perfect Rob Roy

I am going to perfect this article.

perfect an appeal; perfect an interest; perfect a judgment

Words That Rhyme With Perfect

Common Questions About Perfect

Is perfect a noun or an adjective?

Perfect is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective and a verb.

What is another word for perfect?

Words with a similar meaning to perfect include stark, cold and clear. See the full list of perfect synonyms and antonyms.