picture-perfect

adjective

pic·​ture-perfect
: completely flawless : perfect
made a picture-perfect landing

Examples of picture-perfect in a Sentence

it was a picture-perfect day for a picnic—the sun was shining and a light breeze stirred the air
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Then, sail along the world's second-largest barrier reef on a private yacht charter, exploring picture-perfect Caribbean islands and crystal-clear blue water. Patricia Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024 As Peggy Dodd, consigliere to her bumptious 1950s cult-leader husband, Adams tends to wear a soft smile and blouses buttoned to the neck — a picture-perfect model of mid-century femininity. Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 6 Dec. 2024 The village itself is a picture-perfect blend of luxury accommodations, cozy chalets, and gourmet dining. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 Caribbean cruises have long been a favorite among leisure travelers for their picture-perfect views, white sand beaches, and turquoise waters. Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for picture-perfect 

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of picture-perfect was in 1909

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“Picture-perfect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/picture-perfect. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

picture-perfect

adjective
: completely flawless : perfect
made a picture-perfect landing
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