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faultless
/ˈfɔːltləs/
perfect or without flaws
Her performance was faultless, earning her a standing ovation.
The performance had no mistakes, making it perfect.
formalinformal
Having no flaws or mistakes; perfect in every way.
The chef's dish was faultless, with every ingredient perfectly balanced.
The dish had no flaws, showing excellent preparation.
The faultless execution of the plan ensured its success.
The plan was carried out perfectly without any errors.
Often used to describe high-quality work, performance, or behavior.
Collocations
faultless performancea perfect or flawless performancefaultless executiona perfectly executed plan or actionfaultless behaviorbehavior without any mistakes or flaws
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
While 'faultless' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, it is often more common in formal or professional settings to describe high-quality work or performance.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
Using 'faultless' too frequently can make your language sound overly positive or insincere. Use it sparingly to emphasize true perfection.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'faultles,' from Old French 'fault,' meaning 'fault' or 'defect,' with the suffix '-less' meaning 'without.'
Usage Notes
Often used in formal or professional contexts to describe excellence or perfection. Can be used in both positive and critical contexts, depending on the situation.
Word Breakdown
fault
a flaw or mistake
root-less
without
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