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imperfection Definition

im·per·fec·tion (im′pər feks̸hən)

noun

  1. the quality or condition of being imperfect
  2. a shortcoming; defect; fault; blemish

Etymology: ME imperfeccioun < OFr imperfection < LL imperfectio

imperfection Synonyms

imperfection

n.

defect, fault, flaw, shortcoming; see blemish, defect 2. See syn. study at defect.

imperfection Usage Examples

Preposition: of

world: Being perfect, God could not change, and divine perfection could not be affected by the sufferings and imperfections of the world.

Converse of object

  • conceal: With an incredibly light caress, it conceals imperfections for an even matt complexion.
  • hide: Continuous Coverage SPF 15 will hide imperfections on the face.
  • remove: Skin can be improved quickly, imperfections easily removed.
  • correct: Achieve few instructions on how to correct earlier credit history imperfections.
  • accept: Good signs: You are aware of your partner's faults and are able to accept some imperfections.
  • cause: Dust and other particles can scratch the surface of your disk, causing imperfections in copying and playback.

Preposition: in

  • surface: Hammer finish powders produce a controlled pattern which hides imperfections in the product surface.
  • market: Unemployment caused by supply-side factors results from imperfections in the labor market.

Adjective modifier

  • slight: A slight imperfection is visible where the curve reverses under the word " Victoria " .
  • facial: Four mini role plays aim to help students explore feelings around facial imperfection.
  • minor: The angle of the sunlight cast the minor imperfections on the rock surface into relief.
  • tiny: Something about the diamond did not form correctly, or there are tiny imperfections within the stone.
  • initial: The study has included the effects of initial imperfections, and has investigated the minor axis bending stresses that are induced.
  • physical: Large and very white, my perfect teeth make up for all the other physical imperfections I have.

Noun used with modifier

  • skin: Some skin imperfections - albeit minor and only cosmetic in nature - can be a source of misery to many people.
  • surface: It is weakened only by surface imperfections, which give everyday glass its fragile reputation.
  • market: However, training levy schemes in which the levy depends upon the wage bill are shown to address capital market imperfections only.
  • capital: However, training levy schemes in which the levy depends upon the wage bill are shown to address capital market imperfections only.
  • labor: Any unemployment is equilibrium unemployment and arises from labor market imperfections.