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.

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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

to accept one's imperfections

an imperfection in the system

no one is without imperfection

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