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Meaning of the word failure in English

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failure

US /ˈfeɪ.ljɚ/
UK /ˈfeɪ.ljər/
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Noun

1.

lack of success

Example:
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The project was a complete failure.
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His business ended in failure.
Synonym:
fiasco debacle flop disaster mess
Antonym:
success achievement
2.

the omission of expected or required action

Example:
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His failure to appear in court resulted in a warrant for his arrest.
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The failure to follow safety procedures led to the accident.
Synonym:
neglect omission dereliction default lapse
Antonym:
compliance adherence
3.

a person or thing that is unsuccessful

Example:
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He felt like a complete failure after losing his job.
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The old car was a mechanical failure.
Synonym:
loser flop dud lemon washout
Antonym:
success winner
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