IMPERFECTION Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

imperfection

noun

ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən

Definition of imperfection

as in defect

something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing the shirt was marked down because of a minor imperfection

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Recent Examples of imperfection Henkel said the issue stems from a potential packaging imperfection that may allow product to leak from the aluminum can under pressure, creating an explosion risk. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026 Cardinal Health on Tuesday showed why the healthcare distributor belongs in our portfolio, delivering robust full-year earnings guidance that trumped some imperfections in the final quarter of its fiscal 2026. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026 Instead of walking away, Bascombe used the remaining imperfections to start a conversation about the rent. — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 This results in a smoother, higher-quality layer with fewer imperfections, reducing energy losses and improving the overall performance of the device. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for imperfection

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The leaves might still be green, and the branches still there, but a huge structural defect may be hidden to property owners who don’t know what to look for.

— Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Even though Vaughn's initial plea was not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect, and a mental status exam was ordered, no pretrial tests were done.

— Brett Barrouquere, Arkansas Online, 30 Aug. 2026

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