perfectionism (redirected from Perfectionists)

per·fec·tion·ism  (pr-fksh-nzm)

n.

1. A propensity for being displeased with anything that is not perfect or does not meet extremely high standards.

2. A belief in certain religions that moral or spiritual perfection can be achieved before the soul has passed into the afterlife.

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per·fection·ist adj. & n.

per·fection·istic adj.

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perfectionism

Noun

the demand for the highest standard of excellence

perfectionist nadj

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perfectionism

1. the religious or philosophical aspiration to be perfect in moral character.
2. a personality trait manifested by the rejection of personal achievements falling short of perfection, often leading to distress and self-condemnation. — perfectionist, n. — perfectionistic, adj.

See also: Attitudes

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

perfectionism - a disposition to feel that anything less than perfect is unacceptable; "his perfectionism seemed excessive to his students" disposition, temperament - your usual mood; "he has a happy disposition"