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Definition of imperfection

imperfection

/ˌɪmpɚˈfɛkʃən/
im · per · fec · tion
Adverb:imperfectly
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Plural:imperfections
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Adjective:imperfect
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• noun

1

A flaw, blemish, fault, or undesirable feature that detracts from the completeness or excellence of something.

Example

"The jeweler used a magnifying glass to check the diamond for any tiny imperfections."

2

The state or quality of being flawed, incomplete, or less than ideal.

Example

"Japanese wabi-sabi philosophy teaches an appreciation for the beauty of natural imperfection."

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• Rhymes for imperfection

• Nearby Words

imperceptibly
imperceptive
imperfect
imperfection
imperfectly
imperfectness
imperial

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Old French 'imperfection', from Late Latin 'imperfectio' ('incompleteness'), from Latin 'imperfectus' ('unfinished, incomplete'), composed of 'in-' ('not') and 'perfectus' ('completed').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Imperfection. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/imperfection
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