perfected 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of perfectednext
1
as in matured

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2
as in completed

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perfected

2 of 2

verb

past tense of perfect
1
as in finished
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done perfected the arrangements for their long-awaited European vacation

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2
as in improved
to make better an art teacher who seems to believe that you can always perfect a painting with some additional brush strokes

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfected
  1. improved
  2. grown
  3. polished
  4. finished
  5. enhanced
  6. aged
  7. excellent
  8. superb
Verb
  • Mikey Anderson added an empty-net goal as Los Angeles improved to 17-8-3 with its eighth victory in 10 games.
    Iliana Limón Romero, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • When the customer experience is vastly improved, the rush to what’s better is sizable.
    John Tamny, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of improved
Adjective
  • The menu, too, is very grown up—fundamentally Italian, as much of the cooking in the Tarlow universe is, and built around a live-fire oven that crackles in the open kitchen, which fills the front section of one of the restaurant’s two rooms.
    Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Created by Christopher Lloyd and Steven Levitan, Modern Family followed the extended Dunphy family, including patriarch Jay Pritchett (Ed O’Neill), his two grown kids Claire and Mitchell (Ferguson), as well as their spouses and kids.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 Dec. 2024
Definition of grown
Adjective
  • Of course, her mani of the moment (which had now transformed into her engagement mani) was on full display in all of the happy photos: short, subtly polished nails.
    Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The following week, an employee might join to discuss how to look polished without trying too hard for a PTA meeting.
    Julian Randall, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of polished
Verb
  • In 2023 the Jays finished 8th in the AL in runs scored, and then dropped to 11th in 2024.
    Tony Blengino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Tyler eventually left the stage, ran to Fallon’s desk and finished the episode on the host’s back.
    Rembert Browne, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of finished
Verb
  • These bourbons each showcase unique flavors enhanced by Sherry or Port cask finishes and have earned top honors for their quality.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Moody interior spaces are burrowed into the hillsides and have an almost cave-like quality enhanced by lumpy carve-outs in the concrete walls and ceilings.
    Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of enhanced
Adjective
  • The poll additionally showed that people aged 18 to 44 were more likely than older adults to disapprove of how Biden handles his job as president, at 66 percent.
    Juliann Ventura, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024
  • To that end, the William Morris wallpaper in the pantry was varnished for an aged, wax-cloth effect, and the enchanting powder room in the playroom is enveloped in a personalized mural.
    Busola Evans, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of aged
Adjective
  • This example from Swiss Watch Expo is in excellent, near new condition with its full bracelet and original box.
    Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
  • With its combination of skilled professionals, advanced technology, and affordability, Turkey—and Vera Clinic in particular—is an excellent choice for anyone seeking exceptional hair restoration results.
    William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Movies Review: Anticipating loss, sisters rub against old frictions in superb ‘His Three Daughters’ Sept. 6, 2024 These three different sisters are gathering for the same reason: Their father is going to pass.
    Azazel Jacobs, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
  • The violin solo with which the piece began danced nimbly between low and high notes, an example of superb playing with a complex rhythm that wound its way through tight tonal intervals.
    Billboard Japan, Billboard, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of superb
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