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failure
noun(fail-ure)
a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently
Synonyms: loser, nonstarter, unsuccessful person,
failure
noun(fail-ure)
inability to discharge all your debts as they come due
Synonyms: bankruptcy,
Examples:
Fraudulent loans led to the failure of many banks.
failure
noun(fail-ure)
an act that fails
Examples:
His failure to pass the test.
failure
noun(fail-ure)
an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose
Antonyms: success,
Examples:
The surprise party was a complete failure.
failure
noun(fail-ure)
an unexpected omission
Examples:
He resented my failure to return his call.
The mechanic's failure to check the brakes.
failure
noun(fail-ure)
lack of success
Antonyms: success,
Examples:
He felt that his entire life had been a failure.
That year there was a crop failure.
failure
noun(fail-ure)
loss of ability to function normally
Examples:
Kidney failure.

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