Thavaphile

A person who embraces the imperfections in everything.

James: Gosh... I hate it when I look at that statue. The face looks off! Everybody knows it by now.
Charlie: Man, that statue looks beautiful with that face! Embrace the imperfections of the world, man!
James: I knew you're a thavaphile.

by MeaningsWithNoWords May 13, 2025

Thavaphobia

An alternative term for atelophobia (the irrational fear of imperfections).

Carl: So, my doctor said I have... wait, what's that word again... Oh no!
Gabriel: Calm down, maybe thavaphobia is what you're looking for?
Carl: No no, it's too informal...

by MeaningsWithNoWords May 13, 2025