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What is another word for Failure? – 129 Failure Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    defeat disappointment collapse fiasco debacle miscarriage breakdown malfunction fault flaw inadequacy shortcoming weakness ineptness incompetence ineffectiveness uselessness unproductivity unsuccessfulness nonsuccess lack insufficiency inability incapability powerlessness helplessness hopelessness despair frustration disheartenment discouragement demoralization demotivation

    Meaning of Failure

    The primary meaning of the word "failure" is the lack of success or achievement in something.

    Definitions

    • The state or condition of not achieving a desired outcome or goal
    • The act or fact of failing to do or accomplish something
    • A person or thing that has failed, especially in a particular context or activity
    • A deficiency or malfunction, especially in a mechanical or electrical system

    Etymology of Failure

    The word "failure" originates from the Old French word "faillir," which means "to fail" or "to be lacking"
    The term has its roots in the Latin word "fallere," meaning "to deceive" or "to disappoint"
    Historically, the word "failure" has been used to describe a range of concepts, from the failure of a mechanical system to the failure of a person to achieve their goals

    Example Uses

    • The company's failure to innovate led to a decline in sales and eventual bankruptcy
    • She felt a sense of failure after not getting the job she had been hoping for
    • The failure of the engine caused the plane to make an emergency landing
    • His failure to complete the project on time resulted in a loss of client trust

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    success achievement accomplishment triumph victory win accomplishment fulfillment realization attainment completion perfection excellence proficiency effectiveness productivity efficiency capability competence skillfulness mastery expertise brilliance genius

    Related Nouns

    mistake error blunder slip lapse fault flaw defect weakness shortcoming inadequacy insufficiency deficiency shortage scarcity lack dearth paucity absence nonexistence omission oversight Omission exclusion

    Related Verbs

    fail falter collapse crumble break malfunction misfire misfunction go wrong come undone unravel fall apart disintegrate deteriorate decline slump sink plummet drop fall founder flounder struggle stumble

    Related Adjectives

    ineffective inefficient unproductive unsuccessful futile useless worthless inadequate insufficient deficient weak feeble fragile brittle frail vulnerable susceptible powerless helpless hopeless despairing frustrated disheartened discouraged