Definitions and Examples of imperfect, flawed, defective
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not perfect; having faults or errors.
Example
The painting was beautiful, but it had some imperfections that the artist could have fixed.
Having a fault or imperfection.
Example
The plan was flawed from the beginning, and it was no surprise that it failed.
Having a defect or flaw; not working correctly.
Example
The product was recalled because it was defective and posed a safety risk to consumers.
Key Differences: imperfect vs flawed vs defective
- 1Imperfect describes something that has faults or errors, but it can still be functional or useful.
- 2Flawed describes something that has a fault or imperfection that affects its overall quality or effectiveness.
- 3Defective describes something that is not working correctly and needs to be repaired or replaced.
Effective Usage of imperfect, flawed, defective
- 1Product Reviews: Use these antonyms to describe products that have faults or defects.
- 2Art Critiques: Incorporate these antonyms when critiquing art or design work.
- 3Self-Reflection: Use these antonyms to reflect on personal growth and areas for improvement.
Remember this!
The antonyms of flawless describe things that are not perfect or have faults. Imperfect describes something with faults or errors, flawed describes something with a fault that affects its quality, and defective describes something that is not working correctly. Use these antonyms in product reviews, art critiques, and self-reflection to describe areas for improvement.
