perfectly
9 synonyms and 0 antonyms for perfectly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a flawless or ideal way.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “perfectly” mean?
The word “perfectly” means in a flawless or ideal way. In plain terms, either "in a flawless way" or, more loosely, "completely" for emphasis.
How do you pronounce “perfectly”?
“Perfectly” is pronounced PUR-fihk-lee (/ˈpɝ.fɪk(t).li/ in IPA).
How do you use “perfectly” in a sentence?
Here is “perfectly” used in a sentence: “The dress fit her perfectly.”
What part of speech is “perfectly”?
“Perfectly” is an adverb.
Is “perfectly” a common word?
“Perfectly” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “perfectly” have?
“Perfectly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a flawless or ideal way.
What is the difference between the two meanings of perfectly?
"Perfectly" has two everyday uses. One means flawlessly — done without any fault, as in "she sang it perfectly." The other is an intensifier meaning completely or thoroughly, as in "that's perfectly normal" or "I'm perfectly happy." Only the first sense is about perfection; the second simply strengthens the word after it.
What is the difference between perfectly and completely?
When "perfectly" means flawlessly, it differs sharply from "completely." But as an intensifier — "perfectly clear," "completely clear" — the two nearly match, both meaning fully or entirely. So they overlap only in that emphasising sense; when perfection or faultlessness is meant, "completely" cannot replace it.
What is an example of perfectly meaning flawlessly?
"The parts fitted together perfectly" shows the flawless sense — with no gap or fault at all. So does "she performed the routine perfectly," meaning without a single mistake. In each case, "perfectly" describes something done to an ideal standard, exactly as it should be, with nothing to correct.