Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fail
verb
/feɪl/
Definition
To be unsuccessful in achieving a desired goal or result.
Examples
- She didn’t study for the exam, so she knew she would fail.
- His business decisions led him to fail despite his hard work.
- Sometimes, it’s okay to fail; it’s part of learning.
Meaning
Fail refers to the inability to accomplish a task or meet an objective, whether in personal, academic, or professional contexts.
Synonyms
- flunk
- misfire
- collapse
- fall short
