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imperfection

[/ɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/]
nounfemininepl: imperfections / imperfeições
imperfeição
1. the state or quality of being imperfect; a fault or defect
The imperfection in the diamond reduced its value.
A imperfeição no diamante reduziu seu valor.
2. a minor flaw or weakness in character or ability
We must accept our imperfections as part of being human.
Devemos aceitar nossas imperfeições como parte de ser humano.
3. incompleteness or inadequacy
The imperfection of the plan became evident during execution.
A imperfeição do plano tornou-se evidente durante a execução.
Synonyms
flawdefectfaultblemishweaknesslimitation
Antonyms
perfectionexcellencecompletenessflawlessness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
imperfeição
standard usage
São Paulo
imperfeição / defeito
defeito also commonly used for physical flaws
Rio de Janeiro
imperfeição
standard usage
Portugal
imperfeição
standard usage, also 'falha' for physical defects

Related Idioms & Phrases

to accept one's imperfections
an imperfection in the system
no one is without imperfection
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