Perfecta: meaning, definitions and examples

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perfecta

 

[ pərˈfɛktə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical piece

A perfecta is a term used in music for a type of musical composition that has achieved a level of excellence and beauty. It is often associated with pieces that are considered masterpieces or exemplary works in their respective genres.

Synonyms

exemplar, masterpiece, paragon

Examples of usage

  • The perfecta of his career was the symphony he composed at a young age.
  • Many musicians strive to create a perfecta that resonates with audiences.
  • The opera is regarded as a perfecta in the world of classical music.

Translations

Translations of the word "perfecta" in other languages:

🇵🇹 перфектна

🇮🇳 परिपूर्ण

🇩🇪 perfekt

🇮🇩 sempurna

🇺🇦 досконала

🇵🇱 doskonała

🇯🇵 完璧な (kanpeki na)

🇫🇷 parfait

🇪🇸 perfecta

🇹🇷 mükemmel

🇰🇷 완벽한 (wanbyeokhan)

🇸🇦 مثالي (mithali)

🇨🇿 dokonalý

🇸🇰 dokonalý

🇨🇳 完美 (wánměi)

🇸🇮 popoln

🇮🇸 fullkominn

🇰🇿 кемел

🇬🇪 პერფექტული (perfek'tuli)

🇦🇿 mükəmməl

🇲🇽 perfecta

Etymology

The term 'perfecta' has its roots in the Latin word 'perfectus', meaning 'completed' or 'finished', which itself derives from 'perficere', meaning 'to finish' or 'to accomplish'. The usage of 'perfecta' in the context of music and art signifies a state of completion that not only meets the technical requirements of the genre but also conveys aesthetic and emotional depth. Over time, the concept has evolved to represent not just the technical proficiency of a work but also its ability to resonate with audiences on multiple levels. In modern usage, it often denotes works that are considered the pinnacle of achievement within creative fields.