perfection

Meanings

• Noun

  The state or quality of being free or as free as possible from all imperfection; the highest degree of excellence.

  - "The chef strived for perfection in every dish."
  - "Her performance in the concert was a testament to her pursuit of musical perfection."

• Noun or Verb

  The action of making or becoming perfect.

  - "With dedication and hard work, he achieved the perfection of his craft."
  - "She spent hours perfecting her painting."

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Pronunciation

1. /pɚˈfɛkʃən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

faultlessness , flawlessness , impeccability , infallibility

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with perfection
deception , reception , action , nation

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Variants

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perfection , perfections , to perfection

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Forms

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Perfect, perfectly, perfectionist

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Etymology

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From Old French parfait ('completed, perfected'), from passer ('to pass, go through'), past participle of pas ('step').

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the term 'perfection' first appeared in English in the 14th century?

2. Perfection is an abstract concept and can be subjective, as what one person considers perfect may not be the same for another.

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Related Concepts

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1. Excellence: A related concept to perfection, excellence refers to the quality of being outstanding or exceptional in some way.

2. Aesthetics: The study of beauty and taste, aesthetics is closely related to perfection as it deals with the appreciation of the perfect form and expression in art and other areas of human experience.

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Culture

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Perfection has been a sought-after goal in various aspects of human life, including art, music, literature, and science. The ancient Greeks believed in the concept of 'arete,' which translates to 'excellence' or 'virtue,' and strived for it in all areas of life. In literature, the quest for perfection can be seen in works such as James Joyce's 'Ulysses' and Virginia Woolf's 'Mrs. Dalloway.' In visual arts, perfection is often associated with the works of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. In music, composers such as Beethoven and Mozart are known for their pursuit of perfection in their compositions.

How to Memorize "perfection"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a perfectly round apple, with no blemishes or imperfections, to help memorize the concept of perfection.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'perfection' with the image of a flawless diamond to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally' (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction) to remember the order of mathematical operations. Perfection can be seen as the ultimate goal in mathematics, where all calculations are correct and exact.

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