Definition of PERFECTION

perfection

Meanings

Plural: perfections

Noun

  • the state of being without a flaw or defect
  • an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept
  • the act of making something perfect
  • The quality or state of being perfect or complete, so that nothing substandard remains; the highest attainable state or degree of excellence.
  • A quality, endowment, or acquirement completely excellent; an ideal; faultlessness; especially, the divine attribute of complete excellence.
  • The process or act of establishing official recognition for a legal claim, generally in the context of security interests.

Verb

  • To perfect.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English perfeccioun, from Old French perfection, from Latin perfectiƍ. Displaced native Old English fulfremednes.

Synonyms

beau ideal, faultlessness, flawlessness, idol, impeccability, infallibility, ne plus ultra, paragon

Antonyms

imperfection

Scrabble Score: 17

perfection is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
perfection is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
perfection is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 20

perfection is a valid Words With Friends word