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fails Definition and Meaning in English (fails definition)

verb
Synonyms:flopfall shortbe unsuccessful
Quick Answer • Definition

Fails definition: To be unsuccessful in achieving an aim or objective.

Definitions of Fails

  1. 1verb

    To be unsuccessful in achieving an aim or objective.

  2. 2verb

    To stop working properly or to break down.

  3. 3verb

    To disappoint someone by not fulfilling their expectations or needs.

Example Sentences

casual

“He always fails to meet the deadline.”

casual

“The old engine often fails in cold weather.”

casual

“I hope I don't fail my parents.”

Synonyms

flopfall shortbe unsuccessfulbomb

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivefail
past tensefailed
present participlefailing
nounfailure
pluralfailings

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Fails definition: To be unsuccessful in achieving an aim or objective.
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'Fails' translates to 'fails' in English. Fails definition: To be unsuccessful in achieving an aim or objective.
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