perfection
/pəˈfekʃn/ · /pərˈfekʃn/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4221 in the learning path
完美；尽善尽美
Definitions
n. The state of being completely without faults or weaknesses
完美；尽善尽美
Example
The bread was baked to perfection, with a crisp crust.
这面包烤得恰到好处，外皮酥脆。
An excessive desire for perfection can increase students' anxiety and discourage them from experimenting with new ideas.
过度追求完美会加重学生的焦虑，并使他们不愿尝试新想法。
Collocations
- strive for perfection
- achieve perfection
- to perfection
- pursuit of perfection
Word family
- perfect (adj.)
- perfectly (adv.)
- perfectionist (n.)
- imperfection (n.)
Synonyms
- flawlessness
Antonyms
- imperfection
Usage tip
通常为不可数名词；to perfection指做得恰到好处。
FAQ
- What does perfection mean?
- The state of being completely without faults or weaknesses
- How is perfection pronounced?
- UK /pəˈfekʃn/, US /pərˈfekʃn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
