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perfectionism

Noun

per=fec=tion=ism

WORDNET DICTIONARY

perfectionism(n = noun.attribute) Array - a disposition to feel that anything less than perfect is unacceptable; "his perfectionism seemed excessive to his students"

Derived form noun perfectionist₁

perfectionism, n.

The doctrine of the Perfectionists. [1913 Webster]

perfectionism, n.
1 the uncompromising pursuit of excellence.
2 Philos. the belief that religious or moral perfection is attainable.

Derivative

perfectionist n. & adj.

Etymology

PERFECT

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