Imperfect

Pronunciation: /ˌɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

Imperfect (adjective)

  1. having small mistakes or problems; not complete or perfect.
  2. a verb form showing an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past.

Examples

  • The plan was imperfect but still effective.
  • Her performance was imperfect yet impressive.

Common collocations: imperfect condition, imperfect system, imperfect attempt, imperfect tense, use imperfect

Synonyms of Imperfect

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Imperfect

  • when describing something complete or flawless