Failure

noun

/ˈfeɪl.jɚ/

Word Frequency: 69.5

Definitions

1.nounState or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, opposite of success.

2.nounAn object, person or endeavour in a state of failure or incapable of success.

3.nounTermination of the ability of an item to perform its required function; breakdown.

4.nounBankruptcy.

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