Perfectionism

noun

1. A propensity for being displeased with anything that is not perfect or does not meet extremely high standards.
2. A belief in certain religions that moral or spiritual perfection can be achieved before the soul has passed into the afterlife.
3. The belief that a sinless life is attainable.
4. The belief and system of the Perfectionists of the Oneida Community (which see, under community).
5. The doctrine of the Perfectionists.