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perfectionism

/ˌpər.fek.tɪˈnɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does perfectionism mean?

noun

A strong desire for perfection, often to the point of being overly critical or demanding. A tendency to set unrealistically high standards for oneself or others.

Example

"Her perfectionism made it difficult for her to accept anything less than flawless work."

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