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The drawing was imperfect but creative.
What does Imperfect mean?
Imperfect means not perfect.
Dictionary definition
Having flaws, mistakes, or parts that are not perfect.
Example sentences
Imperfect in a sentence
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An imperfect answer can still show good thinking.
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Learning often begins with imperfect attempts that improve through practice and feedback.
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What does imperfect mean?
Imperfect describes something with flaws or mistakes.
Practice 2
Which word is an antonym of imperfect?
Perfect is the opposite of imperfect.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses imperfect correctly?
A draft can be imperfect before it is revised.
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Imperfect
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im · pur · fikt · strongest beat: pur
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WordImperfect.
Partadjective.
MeaningImperfect means not perfect.
ExampleExample: The drawing was imperfect but creative.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- im · pur · fikt
- Strongest beat
- pur
- Ending
- fikt
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on pur.
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Synonyms
Words like Imperfect
flawedUse when something has a problem or weakness.
unfinishedUse when something is not complete or polished.
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Word family
Imperfect word family
Base word
imperfect
adjective
imperfect
Base form.
noun
imperfection
A flaw or mistake.
adjective
perfect
Without flaws.
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Hint for students
Imperfect means not perfect.
Common mix-up
Imperfect is not the same as perfect. Imperfect means imperfect means not perfect.
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Read this model sentence: An imperfect answer can still show good thinking. Clue words: answer, show, good. Underline clue words that show why imperfect fits instead of perfect. Now write one new sentence that shows imperfect without using the word imperfect. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show imperfect?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "An imperfect answer can still show good thinking." Why does imperfect fit better than perfect?
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