perfect

//ˈpɜːrfɪkt//
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Adjective

1

Having all the required or desirable elements, qualities, or characteristics; as good as it is possible to be; without flaws or defects.

She has perfect teeth.

2

Complete; absolute; total (used for emphasis).

He's a perfect stranger to me.

3

Exactly right for someone or something; most suitable.

This apartment is perfect for a small family.

Verb

perfectedPast tense
perfectedPast participle
perfectingPresent participle
perfectsThird-person singular
1

To make something completely free from faults or defects; to bring to a state of complete excellence.

She spent years perfecting her technique.

2

To improve or refine something until it is as good as possible.

She spent years perfecting her technique.

Noun

1

The perfect tense in grammar, used to describe completed actions.

The present perfect is formed with 'have' plus a past participle.

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