No. 12,968 in Spanish
perfeccionismo
Perfectionism: the refusal to accept any standard short of perfection.
In a sentence
El perfeccionismo puede ser una gran cualidad, pero también una fuente de estrés.
Perfectionism can be a great quality, but it can also be a source of stress.
Here, 'perfeccionismo' is used to describe a personal trait or quality, highlighting its dual role as both beneficial and stress-inducing.
Es importante reconocer cuándo el perfeccionismo se convierte en una obsesión.
It's important to recognize when perfectionism becomes an obsession.
In this sentence, 'perfeccionismo' represents a behavioral tendency that might escalate into a problematic level.
Su perfeccionismo lo llevó a revisar su trabajo varias veces antes de entregarlo.
His perfectionism led him to review his work multiple times before submitting it.
This sentence illustrates 'perfeccionismo' as a motivating factor influencing an individual’s actions, specifically their approach to ensuring quality in their work.
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