perfectly

adverb

per·​fect·​ly ˈpər-fik(t)-lē How to pronounce perfectly (audio)
Synonyms of perfectlynext
1
: in a perfect manner
2
: to a complete or adequate extent : quite
was perfectly happy until now

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The steak was perfectly cooked. you did that handspring perfectly on your first try
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Maske says the image of Nider with his sisters perfectly reflects who his friend was. — Brian Maass, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026 But Park Road Park is perfectly safe, said Walker, the parks director. — Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026 Singer’s unique aesthetic as a pioneer in the restomod industry plays perfectly into the combination of style and performance that Goodwood attendees prize. — Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Summer itself also proved to be another major source of inspiration, with IWC, Zenith, Glashütte, and Hublot dropping watches in cool, blue hues perfectly in keeping with the bolder color palettes favored by most in the warmer months. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for perfectly

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of perfectly was in the 14th century

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perfectly

adverb
per·​fect·​ly ˈpər-fik-(t)lē How to pronounce perfectly (audio)
1
: in a perfect manner
understand perfectly
2
: quite sense 1, altogether
I was perfectly willing

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