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Perfectionism Definition & Meaning

perfectionism
noun
  1. a disposition to feel that anything less than perfect is unacceptable; "his perfectionism seemed excessive to his students"

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    Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Open Mic — Science of the Bumrush

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Frequently asked questions

What does perfectionism mean?
a disposition to feel that anything less than perfect is unacceptable; "his perfectionism seemed excessive to his students"
What part of speech is perfectionism?
Perfectionism is a noun.

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