Word
impeccably
Phoneticsim·pec·ca·bly, stress on the second syllable
US/ˌɪmˈpɛkəbɫi/
UK/ɪmpˈɛkəbli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a perfect way, with no mistakes or problems at all. You use it to say someone looks, speaks, or behaves perfectly.
adv. in a flawless manner, without fault, error, or defect; to a standard of complete correctness or perfect presentation.
Examples
“She always dresses impeccably for work.”
“The new waiter serves every table impeccably, remembering orders without notes and keeping glasses full.”
“Despite the chaos backstage, the orchestra performed impeccably, each entry precise and balanced as if weeks of tension had dissolved into effortless control.”
Examples
simple
“She always dresses impeccably for work.”
contextual
“The new waiter serves every table impeccably, remembering orders without notes and keeping glasses full.”
complex
“Despite the chaos backstage, the orchestra performed impeccably, each entry precise and balanced as if weeks of tension had dissolved into effortless control.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “impeccably” in context.
Verb
01. behave impeccably
“The children behaved impeccably throughout the long ceremony.”
verb + adv
02. perform impeccably
“The orchestra performed impeccably on opening night.”
verb + adv
03. speak impeccably
“She speaks impeccably in three different languages.”
verb + adv
Adjective
04. impeccably clean
“The restaurant kitchen was impeccably clean and well organized.”
adv + adj
05. impeccably dressed
“She arrived at the gala impeccably dressed in a long black gown.”
adv + adj
06. impeccably groomed
“The actor looked impeccably groomed on the red carpet.”
adv + adj
07. impeccably polite
“The hotel staff were impeccably polite to every guest.”
adv + adj
08. impeccably tailored
“He wore an impeccably tailored suit to the job interview.”
adv + adj
09. behave impeccably under pressure
“The young diplomat behaved impeccably under pressure.”
10. impeccably dressed in black
“She was impeccably dressed in black for the awards ceremony.”
11. impeccably tailored navy suit
“He arrived for the meeting in an impeccably tailored navy suit.”
12. speak impeccably at the interview
“She spoke impeccably at the interview and got the job.”
Usage
Typically placed after the verb it modifies or before an adjective or participle, as in 'impeccably dressed'.
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Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
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