adv
perfectly
PUR-fihk-lee
adv
1
In a flawless or ideal way.
"The dress fit her perfectly."
2
Completely; entirely (used for emphasis).
"I'm perfectly happy to wait here."
How to Use Perfectly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither "in a flawless way" or, more loosely, "completely" for emphasis.
Common pairings
perfectly fine
perfectly clear
perfectly happy
Word Forms
more perfectly comparative, most perfectly superlative
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