Meaning of the word perfect in English

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perfect

US /ˈpɝː.fekt/

UK /ˈpɝː.fekt/

having all the required or desirable elements, qualities, or characteristics; as good as it is possible to be.

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She found the perfect dress for the party.

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The weather was absolutely perfect for a picnic.

Synonym:

flawless ideal exemplary consummate superb

Synonym:

imperfect flawed deficient incomplete faulty

make (something) absolutely in the best way possible.

Example:

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She spent hours trying to perfect her painting technique.

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He worked hard to perfect his presentation before the meeting.

Synonym:

refine polish optimize master hone

Synonym:

spoil ruin damage worsen deteriorate

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