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Failing (Noun)

Meaning 1

A flaw or weak point; "he was quick to point out his wife's failings".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

  • Weakness

Hypernyms

  • Imperfectness

Hyponyms

  • Inadequacy

Related Words

  • Fail (verb)

Meaning 2

Failure to reach a minimum required performance; "his failing the course led to his disqualification"; "he got two flunks on his report".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • Her failing the licensing exam was a major setback in her career plans.
  • The student's failing grade in mathematics was a cause for concern among his teachers.
  • The company's failing financial performance led to a major restructuring effort.
  • His failing to meet the project deadline resulted in the loss of a major client.
  • The airline's failing safety record was a major reason for its decline in popularity.

Synonyms

  • Flunk

Antonyms

  • Passing

Related Words

  • Fail (verb)
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