failure
|fail/ure|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈfeɪljər/
🇬🇧
/ˈfeɪljə/
lack of success
Etymology
Etymology Information
'failure' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'faillure,' where 'faillir' meant 'to fail.'
Historical Evolution
'faillure' transformed into the Middle English word 'failer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'failure.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fail or be lacking,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lack of success or malfunction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the lack of success in achieving a goal or objective.
The project ended in failure.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Noun 2
an instance of a machine or system not functioning as intended.
The engine failure caused the plane to crash.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35