Word
perfectly
Phoneticsper·fect·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈpɝfəkɫi/
UK/pˈɜːfɛktlˌi/
Adverb of manner
Definitions
01without mistakes
B1 · Intermediate
adv. in a way that is perfect and has no mistakes or faults.
adv. in a manner that achieves perfection; without any flaws, errors, or defects.
“The pianist played the difficult piece perfectly, and the audience cheered.”
“The software was designed to integrate perfectly with existing systems, ensuring that no data was lost during the transition period.”
Synonyms
02completely or totally
B1 · Intermediate
adv. completely, totally, or very. You use this to emphasize that something is true.
adv. used as an intensifier to mean 'entirely', 'fully', or 'quite'.
Español:perfectamente
“It is perfectly normal to feel nervous before a big job interview.”
“The manager made it perfectly clear that safety protocols were not optional and must be followed by every employee on the site.”
Usage
Often used before adjectives like 'clear', 'normal', 'fine', or 'capable' to add emphasis.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “perfectly” in context.
Verb
01. fit perfectly
“These new shoes fit perfectly and are very comfortable to wear.”
verb + adv
02. understand perfectly
“I understand perfectly why you are upset about the situation.”
verb + adv
03. work perfectly
“The new software works perfectly on my old computer.”
verb + adv
Adjective
04. perfectly clear
“The instructions were perfectly clear, so I knew exactly what to do.”
adv + adj
05. perfectly fine
“I feel perfectly fine today, so I think I can go back to work.”
adv + adj
06. perfectly happy
“They seem perfectly happy living in their small apartment in the city.”
adv + adj
07. perfectly normal
“It is perfectly normal to feel a bit nervous before an important exam.”
adv + adj
08. perfectly safe
“Don't worry about the equipment; it is perfectly safe to use.”
adv + adj
Etymology
From perfect + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- 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.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL 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: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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