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failing Definition and Meaning in English (failing definition)

noun
Synonyms:faultshortcomingweakness
Quick Answer • Definition

Failing definition: A weakness or defect in someone's character, ability, or a system.

Definitions of Failing

  1. 1noun

    A weakness or defect in someone's character, ability, or a system.

  2. 2gerund

    The act of not succeeding or performing as expected, or becoming weaker.

Example Sentences

casual

“Despite his many failings, he was a kind and generous person.”

business

“The company's failing was its inability to adapt to new market trends.”

casual

“The failing light made it difficult to read the small print.”

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infinitivefail
third person singularfails
past tensefailed
nounfailure

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Failing definition: A weakness or defect in someone's character, ability, or a system.
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'Failing' translates to 'failing' in English. Failing definition: A weakness or defect in someone's character, ability, or a system.
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