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IMPERFECT

(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Imperfect.

How to pronounce imperfect:

US

Imperfect - as an adjective

Not perfect; defective or inadequate

Example: "Had only an imperfect understanding of his responsibilities"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
perfect14

Imperfect - as a noun

A tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
continuous tenseimperfect tenseprogressive17progressive tense
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
tense5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Imperfect - as an adjective satellite

Wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings

Example: "I'm only a fallible human"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fallible13frail8weak11

Imperfect - as a verb

To make imperfect

Example Sentences

"She has an imperfect smile."
"The painting is beautiful but imperfect."
"His essay was filled with grammatical errors and imperfect structure."
"The imperfect weather ruined our picnic plans."
"The antique table had an imperfect finish."
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Word Game Points

Is IMPERFECT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, imperfect is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

IMPERFECT has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is IMPERFECT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, imperfect is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
IMPERFECT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is IMPERFECT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, imperfect is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IMPERFECT has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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