Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

perfect

[pur-fikt, per-fekt] / ˈpɜr fɪkt, pərˈfɛkt /
ADJECTIVE
flawless, superlative
Synonyms
STRONGEST
excellent foolproof ideal impeccable pure splendid superb
STRONG
absolute accomplished aces adept classical consummate crowning culminating excelling experienced expert finished sound stainless sublime ten utopian
WEAK
A-OK beyond compare blameless defectless faultless immaculate indefectible matchless out-of-this-world paradisiac paradisiacal peerless skilled skillful spotless supreme unblemished unequaled unmarred untainted untarnished
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bad corrupt flawed imperfect inferior poor second-rate wrong
STRONG
incomplete inept inexpert unfinished unknowledgeable unskilled unsophisticated
WEAK
broken imprecise inaccurate part
ADJECTIVE
whole, intact
Synonyms
STRONGEST
flawless full simple
STRONG
absolute complete completed consummate entire finished gross integral positive rank sheer sound utter
WEAK
choate downright out-and-out outright unadulterated unalloyed unblemished unbroken undamaged unimpaired unmitigated unmixed unqualified
Antonyms
STRONG
clean imperfect incomplete indefinite limited moral part partial uncertain unfinished
WEAK
broken flawed imprecise inaccurate inferior second-rate wrong
ADJECTIVE
accurate, correct
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appropriate exact ideal precise proper suitable true
STRONG
bull's-eye close express faithful fit model needed required requisite right sharp textbook
WEAK
certain dead-on definite distinct on the button on the money on-target strict to a T to a turn unerring very
Antonyms
STRONGEST
careless false imprecise improper inaccurate incorrect inexact unacceptable unfitting unsuitable
STRONG
inappropriate indefinite slow uncertain unfit unsuited
WEAK
broken flawed imperfect incomplete inferior part second-rate unbroken unfinished wrong
VERB
polish; achieve
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accomplish carry out cultivate develop hone improve realize refine
STRONG
ameliorate complete consummate crown effect elaborate finish fulfill idealize perform round slick smooth
WEAK
put finishing touch on
Antonyms
STRONGEST
damage decrease fail ignore neglect not finish stop
STRONG
forget halt
WEAK
destroy ruin

Usage

What are other ways to say perfect? The adjective perfect emphasizes completeness, and also high quality and absence of defects or blemishes: a perfect diamond. Complete implies that a certain unit has all its parts or is fully developed or perfected, and may apply to a process or purpose carried to fulfillment: a complete explanation. Intact implies retaining completeness and original condition: a package delivered intact. Entire means whole, having unbroken unity: an entire book. 

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It was a rare humbling moment for Toney, who, with fellow Dude Perfect members Cody Jones, Garrett Hilbert, and twins Cory and Coby Cotton, generates more than $20 million annually from YouTube, merchandise and tours.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

The Pitch Perfect star claimed MacInnes had retracted a complaint - which MacInnes denies making - in exchange for a major theatre role and a record deal.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Cullen Roche is the founder and chief investment officer of Discipline Funds, a financial-advisory firm, and the author of several investing books, including “Your Perfect Portfolio.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Martha Stewart’s recipe for Perfect Scrambled Eggs calls for just butter, salt and pepper.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Perfect happiness is: gripping the bottom of a rolling chair with both hands, while Cal Price pushes me down the hall in a full-on run.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli

Vocabulary lists containing perfect

Preamble to the U.S. Constitution (1787)

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

"Macbeth" Vocabulary from Act III

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!