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imperfect
/ˌɪm.pərˈfɛkt/
not perfect; having flaws
The painting was beautiful, though imperfect.
The painting had flaws but was still beautiful.
general
Not perfect; having flaws or defects.
Her singing was imperfect, but her passion made up for it.
Her singing had flaws, but her enthusiasm compensated for them.
Often used to describe things that are good but not flawless.
grammar
In grammar, a verb tense used to describe actions that were ongoing or habitual in the past.
The imperfect tense in Spanish is used to describe past actions.
The imperfect tense in Spanish describes actions that were ongoing or habitual in the past.
In Spanish, the imperfect tense is often used to describe past actions that were ongoing or habitual.
Collocations
imperfect butnot perfect but still goodimperfectlyin a flawed or incomplete way
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'imperfect' to describe things that are good but not perfect, or to refer to the imperfect tense in grammar.
Gold Rule
Grammar Rule
In Spanish, the imperfect tense is used to describe past actions that were ongoing or habitual.
Word Origin
From Latin 'imperfectus', meaning 'not finished' or 'not completed'.
Usage Notes
The word 'imperfect' is often used to describe things that are good but not flawless. It can also refer to the imperfect tense in grammar.
Word Breakdown
im-
not
prefixperfect
complete or flawless
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