perfectionism
UK/pə'fekʃ(ə)nɪz(ə)m/US/pә'fekʃәniz(ә)m/
A2
Definitions
n.
The tendency to demand or refuse to accept anything short of perfection.
完美主义。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedperfectionthrough, thoroughly
+
-ismmake, do
=perfectionism
perfection + -ism = the doctrine/habit of demanding perfection. See perfection.
Common Collocations
- 1.strive for perfectionism追求完美主义
- 2.obsessive perfectionism强迫性的完美主义
Example Sentences
- 1.
His perfectionism makes him slow to finish projects.
- 2.
Perfectionism can fuel both excellence and anxiety.