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Meaning of failure

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

failure

Pronunciation:/ˈfeɪl.jɚ//ˈfeɪl.jə//ˈfeɪl.jɚ/

noun

Definitions

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

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

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

  4. Bankruptcy.