Meaning of "perfect" in the English dictionary

ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD PERFECT

From Latin perfectus, from perficere to perform, from per through + facere to do.

Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.

PRONUNCIATION OF PERFECT

ˈpɜːfɪkt

GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF PERFECT

Perfect is a verb and can also act as a noun and an adjective.

A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

The verb is the part of the sentence that is conjugated and expresses action and state of being.

See the conjugation of the verb perfect in English.

WHAT DOES PERFECT MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Perfection

Perfection is, broadly, a state of completeness and flawlessness. The term "perfection" is actually used to designate a range of diverse, if often kindred, concepts. These concepts have historically been addressed in a number of discrete disciplines, notably mathematics, physics, chemistry, ethics, aesthetics, ontology, and theology.

Definition of perfect in the English dictionary

The first definition of perfect in the dictionary is having all essential elements. Other definition of perfect is unblemished; faultless. Perfect is also correct or precise.

CONJUGATION OF THE VERB TO PERFECT

PRESENT

Present

I perfect

you perfect

he/she/it perfects

we perfect

you perfect

they perfect

Present continuous

I am perfecting

you are perfecting

he/she/it is perfecting

we are perfecting

you are perfecting

they are perfecting

Present perfect

I have perfected

you have perfected

he/she/it has perfected

we have perfected

you have perfected

they have perfected

Present perfect continuous

I have been perfecting

you have been perfecting

he/she/it has been perfecting

we have been perfecting

you have been perfecting

they have been perfecting

Present tense is used to refer to circumstances that exist at the present time or over a period that includes the present time. The present perfect refers to past events, although it can be considered to denote primarily the resulting present situation rather than the events themselves.

PAST

Past

I perfected

you perfected

he/she/it perfected

we perfected

you perfected

they perfected

Past continuous

I was perfecting

you were perfecting

he/she/it was perfecting

we were perfecting

you were perfecting

they were perfecting

Past perfect

I had perfected

you had perfected

he/she/it had perfected

we had perfected

you had perfected

they had perfected

Past perfect continuous

I had been perfecting

you had been perfecting

he/she/it had been perfecting

we had been perfecting

you had been perfecting

they had been perfecting

Past tense forms express circumstances existing at some time in the past,

FUTURE

Future

I will perfect

you will perfect

he/she/it will perfect

we will perfect

you will perfect

they will perfect

Future continuous

I will be perfecting

you will be perfecting

he/she/it will be perfecting

we will be perfecting

you will be perfecting

they will be perfecting

Future perfect

I will have perfected

you will have perfected

he/she/it will have perfected

we will have perfected

you will have perfected

they will have perfected

Future perfect continuous

I will have been perfecting

you will have been perfecting

he/she/it will have been perfecting

we will have been perfecting

you will have been perfecting

they will have been perfecting

The future is used to express circumstances that will occur at a later time.

CONDITIONAL

Conditional

I would perfect

you would perfect

he/she/it would perfect

we would perfect

you would perfect

they would perfect

Conditional continuous

I would be perfecting

you would be perfecting

he/she/it would be perfecting

we would be perfecting

you would be perfecting

they would be perfecting

Conditional perfect

I would have perfect

you would have perfect

he/she/it would have perfect

we would have perfect

you would have perfect

they would have perfect

Conditional perfect continuous

I would have been perfecting

you would have been perfecting

he/she/it would have been perfecting

we would have been perfecting

you would have been perfecting

they would have been perfecting

Conditional or "future-in-the-past" tense refers to hypothetical or possible actions.

IMPERATIVE

Imperative

you perfect
we let´s perfect
you perfect

The imperative is used to form commands or requests.

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

Infinitive

to perfect

Past participle

perfected

Present Participle

perfecting

Infinitive shows the action beyond temporal perspective. The present participle or gerund shows the action during the session. The past participle shows the action after completion.

SYNONYMS OF «PERFECT»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «perfect» and belong to the same grammatical category.

absolute · accomplish · accomplished · accurate · achieve · adept · blameless · carry out · close · complete · consummate · correct · cultivate · develop · effect · elaborate · exact · excellent · exemplary · experienced · expert · faithful · faultless · finish · finished · flawless · foolproof · fulfil · hone · ideal · immaculate · impeccable · improve · masterly · on the money · out-and-out · perform · polish · polished · practised · precise · pure · realize · refine · right · sheer · skilful · skilled · splendid · spot-on · spotless · strict · sublime · superb · superlative · supreme · tasty · true · unadulterated · unalloyed · unblemished · unerring · unmarred · unmitigated · untarnished · utter

TRANSLATION OF PERFECT

Find out the translation of perfect to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.

The translations of perfect from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «perfect» in English.

• Translator English - Chinese: 完美的
• Translator English - Spanish: perfecto
• English: perfect
• Translator English - Hindi: सही
• Translator English - Arabic: تَامٌ
• Translator English - Russian: совершенный
• Translator English - Portuguese: perfeito
• Translator English - Bengali: নির্ভুল
• Translator English - French: perfect
• Translator English - Malay: Sempurna
• Translator English - German: perfekt
• Translator English - Japanese: 完璧な
• Translator English - Korean: 완벽한
• Translator English - Javanese: sempurno
• Translator English - Vietnamese: hoàn thiện
• Translator English - Tamil: சரியான
• Translator English - Marathi: परिपूर्ण
• Translator English - Turkish: mükemmel
• Translator English - Italian: perfetto
• Translator English - Polish: doskonały
• Translator English - Ukrainian: досконалий
• Translator English - Romanian: perfect
• Translator English - Greek: τέλειος
• Translator English - Afrikaans: perfekte
• Translator English - Swedish: perfekt
• Translator English - Norwegian: perfekt

10 QUOTES WITH «PERFECT»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word perfect.

1

Lauren Alaina

I knew Scotty was going to win. At the beginning of the episode, I was like, 'Scotty, are you ready to win?'. I knew he was going to in my heart. I accepted it. I couldn't pick a more perfect person to get second place to. He's my best friend.

2

Alessandra Ambrosio

I don't really drink sodas, but when I have popcorn or pizza I need a little. It's the perfect combination.

3

William Ames

For this is our most perfect duty and yet least known to us by nature: Whatever we conceive or will should be joined with the good of our neighbor.

4

Alan Ball

I guess in America we're so sold on this ideal of the perfect, well-adjusted family that is able to confront any conflict and, with true love and understanding, work things through. I'm sure they do exist, but I never knew any of them.

5

Roseanne Barr

Growing up in a Jewish matriarchal world inside the patriarchal paradise of Salt Lake City, Utah, gave me increased perspective on gender issues, as it also did my gay brother and my lesbian sister. Our younger sister is the perfect Jewish-American wife and mother, and is fiercely proud of that fact.

6

Poppy Z. Brite

Yeah, I think A Confederacy of Dunces is probably the perfect New Orleans book.

7

Bobbi Brown

Every season has its lipstick trend, and just because your perfect color is a pinky beige, that doesn't mean you can't wear deep burgundy.

8

Brene Brown

Why, when we know that there's no such thing as perfect, do most of us spend an incredible amount of time and energy trying to be everything to everyone? Is it that we really admire perfection? No - the truth is that we are actually drawn to people who are real and down-to-earth. We love authenticity and we know that life is messy and imperfect.

9

Eric Cantona

If someone is too perfect they won't look good. Imperfection is important.

10

Rene Descartes

Perfect numbers like perfect men are very rare.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PERFECT»

Discover the use of perfect in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to perfect and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.

Perfect

Depicting with humor and insight the pressure to be outwardly perfect, this novel for ages 10-13 shows how one girl develops compassion for her own and others’ imperfections.

Natasha Friend, 2010

Perfect

Overcoming a turbulent childhood, lovely Hillary Spencer finds romance with the man of her dreams in a most unlikely place

Judith McNaught, 1994

Perfect

For her, perfect means rejecting their ideals to take a chance on a new kind of love. Kendra covets the perfect face and body—no matter what surgeries and drugs she needs to get there.

Ellen Hopkins, 2011

Being Perfect

. That way lies dancing to the melodies spun out by your own heart.” At the core of this beautiful book lies the secret of authentic success, the inspiration to embrace your own uniqueness and live the life that is undeniably your own, ...

Anna Quindlen, 2009

The Perfect Storm: A True Story of Men Against the Sea

Presents a vivid account of a history-making storm that hit the New England coast in October 1991 and the lives it changed, weaving together the history of the fishing industry, the science of storms, and personal accounts. Tour.

Sebastian Junger, 1997

Mr Perfect

Now, with the help of Jaine's neighbour, an unpredictable police detective, the puzzle must be solved - and time is running out as a deadly stalker targets the three remaining friends, and the dream of Mr Perfect becomes a chilling ...

Linda Howard, 2012

Perfect.: The Encyclopedia of Perfection

While the execution of perfection depends on the subject in question, the result is always the same—complete satisfaction. This intriguing collection of what qualifies as perfection covers quite the array of topics.

Tom Moynihan, 2012

Pitch Perfect (movie tie-in): The Quest for Collegiate A ...

Sure to strikea chord with fans of Glee and The Sing-Off, this raucous story of a cappella rock stars shows that sometimes, to get that perfect harmony, you have to embrace a little discord.

Mickey Rapkin, 2012

Everything Bad is Good for You

After reading Everything Bad is Good for You, you will never regard the glow of the video game or television screen the same way again. With a new afterword by the author.

Steven Johnson, 2006

Perfect

But at what price will "perfection" be attained? Brad Cain, better known as "Lodi," in professional wrestling circles, is a graduate of East Carolina University.

Brad Cain, 2005

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PERFECT»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term perfect is used in the context of the following news items.

GTAV's Trevor Is The Perfect Joker

The the psychopathic behaviour, the lovable streak that endures in spite of it, the manic laughter...Grand Theft Auto V's Trevor and The Joker ... «Kotaku, Jul 15»

Go global to build the perfect portfolio

Let's talk about how to build the perfect portfolio – which, no offence intended, probably looks nothing at all like the one you currently hold. «The Globe and Mail, Jul 15»

These 5 simple steps are the keys to a perfect summer clambake

A traditional New England clambake involves layering seaweed, rocks, and seafood in a big bonfire pit in the sand, which, for a first-timer, ... «Business Insider, Jul 15»

How not to be perfect

Perfect is the ultimate praise. But trying to attain perfection can cause stress, hinder efficiency and create unnecessary conflicts. Perfectionists ... «Minneapolis Star Tribune, Jul 15»

Bo Dallas Would Be Perfect Fit for the Wyatt Family

Luke Harper is a perfect fit based solely off his outlandish looks, but Dallas can work as a member from a storyline standpoint and complete the ... «Bleacher Report, Jul 15»

This Map Of American Literature Road Trips Is Perfect For Summer

If you haven't picked your summer vacation yet, might I suggest one of these thoroughly-catalogued road trips from some of America's greatest ... «Jalopnik, Jul 15»

David Ross provides Cubs' highlights with perfect inning, home run

Joe Maddon walked over to catcher David Ross in the dugout before the ninth inning Sunday and asked him if he wanted to make his Wrigley ... «Chicago Tribune, Jul 15»

'It's a perfect thing for us to do': Soccer match honours fallen EPS …

“Dan loved soccer, or football as we call it, so it's perfect. It's a perfect thing for us to do.” Joined by her young boys, Gabe and Callen, Claire ... «Globalnews.ca, Jul 15»

Belle and Sebastian share video for 'Perfect Couples'

Belle and Sebastian have shared a video for 'Perfect Couples', a track taken from recently-released album 'Girls in Peacetime Want to Dance'. «DIY Magazine, Jul 15»

Rob Gronkowski Ranks No. 1 At TE, Has Nearly Perfect Score In …

1 At TE, Has Nearly Perfect Score In 'Madden NFL 2016′. by Cameron ... Aaron Rodgers came in first with a perfect 99. So Gronk now owns ... «NESN.com, Jul 15»