Impeccable
adjective /ɪmˈpek.ə.bəl/ — Flawless and without fault
Definition
So perfect as to be completely free from fault or error — in execution, manners, taste, or conduct.
Beyond the definition
The quality of something that leaves no room for criticism. Impeccable is the word when excellence becomes invisible.
Origin & history
From Latin 'impeccabilis' — 'in' (not) + 'peccare' (to sin). Literally, incapable of sinning. The word moved from moral perfection to the perfection of manner and execution.
Example sentences
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Her impeccable timing was what made her comedy feel effortless.
The impeccable presentation didn't save the pitch, but it earned them a second meeting.
Impeccable manners are not about being formal — they are about making everyone feel considered.
Synonyms
flawless, perfect, faultless, exemplary, immaculate
Antonyms
flawed, faulty, slovenly, imperfect
Related words
Impeccable vs flawless
Impeccable is often used for character, taste, or behavior to mean faultless and above reproach. Flawless is more commonly used to describe the objective physical perfection of an object or surface.
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Tailor marking fabric on mannequin
A tailor marks fine wool fabric on a mannequin with precision, working under clear, calm light in an atelier.
The focused precision and calm expertise of the tailor demonstrate a process so careful that the final product will be completely free from fault, embodying the highest standards of execution.
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