impeccably
gb/ɪmpˈɛkəbli/ us/ɪmpˈɛkəbli/
C1
English
hibátlanul, kifogástalanul
C1
1
hibátlanul
B2
Usage pattern:
impeccably + [adjective] / [verb] impeccably
The apartment was impeccably clean when we arrived.
A lakás kifogástalanul tiszta volt, amikor megérkeztünk.
Her speech was impeccably timed, and the room fell silent.
A beszédének időzítése hibátlan volt, és a terem elcsendesedett.
The film is impeccably shot, with crisp lighting and sound.
Learner examples
He was impeccably dressed for the interview.
Kifogástalanul volt felöltözve az állásinterjúra.
The room was impeccably clean.
A szoba hibátlanul tiszta volt.
Common mistake:
Learners may use the adjective form by mistake ("impeccable") instead of the adverb ("impeccably"), or place it where an adjective is needed.
Meaning
perfectly; without any flaws
Collocations
impeccably dressed
|impeccably groomed
|impeccably tailored
|impeccably clean
|impeccably maintained
|impeccably organized
|impeccably presented
|impeccably produced
|impeccably executed
|impeccably timed
Synonyms
flawlessly (Emphasizes the absence of mistakes or defects.)
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perfectly (More general and common; less formal.)
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faultlessly (Stresses correctness and lack of errors.)
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expertly (Highlights skill; may still allow minor imperfections.)
Antonyms
poorly (Done with low quality or inadequate skill.)
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sloppily (Careless and messy rather than precise.)
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imperfectly (With flaws or mistakes.)
Themes
quality
|performance
|appearance
Definition
in a perfect way; with no mistakes
In a way that is perfect and shows no mistakes, faults, or imperfections.
C2
FORMAL
2
Usage pattern:
[someone] behave(s) impeccably
She conducted herself impeccably during the investigation.
Kifogástalanul viselkedett a vizsgálat során.
Even under pressure, he behaved impeccably toward the staff.
Még nyomás alatt is kifogástalanul viselkedett a személyzettel szemben.
The spokesperson answered the questions impeccably, without attacking anyone.
Learner examples
Please behave impeccably at the ceremony.
Kérlek, viselkedj kifogástalanul az ünnepségen.
Common mistake:
This sense is about conduct (being beyond criticism), not just doing something very well.
Meaning
properly; without blame
Collocations
behave impeccably
|act impeccably
|conduct yourself impeccably
|impeccably polite
|impeccably professional
|impeccably mannered
|impeccably honest
|impeccably fair
|impeccably discreet
|impeccably respectful
Synonyms
properly (More neutral; less strong and less formal.)
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blamelessly (Emphasizes being free from blame or wrongdoing.)
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irreproachably (Very close in meaning; strongly formal.)
Antonyms
improperly (Not following accepted standards of conduct.)
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badly (Behaving in an unacceptable way (broad and common).)
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disgracefully (Shockingly improper; stronger than the usual opposite.)
Themes
behavior
|social
|ethics
Definition
in a very correct and proper way
In a way that is completely proper, correct, and not open to criticism, especially in behavior or conduct.
Grammar
Dictionary form
impeccably
IPA
GB/ɪmpˈɛkəbli/
US/ɪmpˈɛkəbli/
Syllables & stress
im - pec - cably (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (pec)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: impeccably
- Plural: impeccablies
Word family
Forms
impeccablies
noun
Core family
impeccable
adjective C1
Advanced or less common
impeccability
noun
Expressions
behave impeccably
1/bɪhˈeɪv ɪmpˈɛkəbli/
fixed phrase
formal
act perfectly polite
to act in a very correct way
Examples
- The children behaved impeccably throughout the performance.
- He promised to behave impeccably at the meeting.
- She behaved impeccably, even when provoked.
Learner examples
- Try to behave impeccably at the event.
impeccably clean
1/ɪmpˈɛkəbli klˈin/
fixed phrase
extremely clean; spotless
very, very clean
Examples
- Her kitchen is impeccably clean at all times.
- The lab must be kept impeccably clean to prevent contamination.
- The bathroom was impeccably clean and smelled fresh.
Learner examples
- The room is impeccably clean.
impeccably dressed
1/ɪmpˈɛkəbli dɹˈɛst/
fixed phrase
dressed in perfect style
wearing very neat, perfect clothes
Examples
- He arrived impeccably dressed in a dark suit and polished shoes.
- The host was impeccably dressed, even though it was a casual dinner.
- They were impeccably dressed for the awards ceremony.
Learner examples
- She is impeccably dressed today.
impeccably maintained
1/ɪmpˈɛkəbli meɪntˈeɪnd/
fixed phrase
kept in perfect condition
kept in very good condition
Examples
- The garden is impeccably maintained throughout the year.
- She bought a used car that had been impeccably maintained.
- The hotel grounds were impeccably maintained and quiet.
Learner examples
- The park is impeccably maintained.