early 13c., from Old French perfection "perfection, completeness" (12c.), from Latin perfectionem (nominative perfectio) "a finishing, compling, perfection," noun of action from past participle stem of perficere (see perfect (adj.)).
双语例句
1. Like the old trouper he is, he timed his entry to perfection.
作为一名老戏骨，他上场的时间把握得恰到好处。
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2. My idea of physical perfection is to be very slender.
在我看来，要拥有完美身材就要非常苗条。
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3. Madame Clicquot is credited with the perfection of this technique.
这项技术的完善要归功于凯歌夫人。
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4. Physical perfection in a human being is exceedingly rare.
体貌完美的人极为罕见。
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5. It is unrealistic to believe perfection is an attainable goal.
