CEFR B1

imperfection

noun

Meaning

A slight defect or flaw; a blemish or fault that makes something not perfect.

Examples

The artist embraced the imperfection of her handmade pottery.
He tried to hide his imperfections, but they were obvious to everyone.

Synonyms: flaw, defect, blemish, fault, shortcoming

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imperfection (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪmpərˈfekʃən/

Definition

A slight defect or flaw; a blemish or fault that makes something not perfect.

Examples

The artist embraced the imperfection of her handmade pottery.
He tried to hide his imperfections, but they were obvious to everyone.
Despite its many imperfections, the old house had a lot of charm.

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