CEFR A2

imperfect

adjective

Meaning

Not perfect; having faults or defects.

Examples

His understanding of the situation was imperfect.
The translation was good, but still imperfect.

Synonyms: faulty, flawed, defective, deficient

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imperfect (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

Definition

Not perfect; having faults or defects.

Examples

His understanding of the situation was imperfect.
The translation was good, but still imperfect.
She admitted her plan was imperfect but the best she could do.

How to Use imperfect

imperfectly formed (collocation): Not shaped or constructed correctly. — "The sculpture was imperfectly formed, with uneven surfaces."
imperfect understanding (collocation): A comprehension that is incomplete or contains errors. — "My imperfect understanding of the rules led to a mistake."

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