Definition of imperfect

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  • imperfect is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 18
  • imperfect is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 18
  • imperfect is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 21

Definition of imperfect

  • wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. fallible
    2. frail
    3. weak
  • a tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. continuous tense
    2. imperfect tense
    3. progressive
    4. progressive tense
  • not perfect; defective or inadequate (adjective)

    Examples

    1. had only an imperfect understanding of his responsibilities
    2. imperfect mortals
    3. drainage here is imperfect

See definition of imperfect in Merriam Webster