perfectly

adverb

per·​fect·​ly ˈpər-fik(t)-lē 

1

: in a perfect manner

2

: to a complete or adequate extent : quite

was perfectly happy until now

Synonyms

• faultlessly
• flawlessly
• ideally
• immaculately
• impeccably
• pat

Examples of perfectly in a Sentence

The steak was perfectly cooked.

you did that handspring perfectly on your first try

Recent Examples on the Web

He is known for his skillful wedge game and a booming drive, but at Memorial Park, his whole game coalesced perfectly. —Ben Morse, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025

Bridal clutches or small shoulder bags are hero items that be can carried post-ceremony to perfectly compliment any outfit, while also serving as an emergency carry-all. —Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2025

Its sleek, backless design and elegant wide-leg shape perfectly mirror the polished look Roberts sported on the red carpet. —Taylor Jean Stephan, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025

Since the dawn of Hollywood, perfectly straight, blindingly white smiles have been the gold standard—just look at Julia Roberts, Halle Berry, and George Clooney. —Dora Davies-Evitt, Glamour, 31 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing perfectly

• let's get one thing perfectly clear

Rhymes for perfectly

• imperfectly

Kids Definition

perfectly

adverb

per·​fect·​ly ˈpər-fik-(t)lē 

1

: in a perfect manner

understand perfectly

2

: quite sense 1, altogether

I was perfectly willing