per·fec·tion·ism (p r-f k sh-n z m)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. per·fec tion·ist adj. & n.per·fec tion·istic adj. |
perfectionism [pəˈfɛkʃəˌnɪzəm]
n
1. (Philosophy) Philosophy the doctrine that man can attain perfection in this life
2. the demand for the highest standard of excellence
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
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.
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| 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" |
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