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Definition of “imperfection

imperfection (ˌɪmpəˈfɛkʃənPronunciation for imperfection

Definitions

noun

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

Usage examples

  • She, allowing for her being an imperfect creature like the rest of us, accepts her imperfection.
    Gagman, Maurice, Doubtful Motives (1987)
  • An increase in the level of tolerance for imperfection is one of the most vital signs of a corporation's failing health.
    Business Today (2002)
  • Running a city is a commitment with simplicity... The other commitment is a commitment with imperfection.
    New Zealand Herald (2003)
  • Notions of perfection are unyielding: hence words such as blemish, flaw, imperfection.
    Belfast Telegraph (2004)
  • They may be right, but we would not expect such an imperfection to be widespread.
    Charles A. D'Ambrosio & Stewart D. Hodges & Richard Brealey & Stewart Myers, Principles of Corporate Finance (1991)

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