Definitions
- Referring to an unsuccessful attempt at something, such as a test or exam. - Describing a lack of success in achieving a goal or completing a task. - Talking about a negative outcome or result.
- Referring specifically to failing a test or exam. - Describing a lack of success in meeting academic requirements or standards. - Talking about a negative outcome or result in an academic setting.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of success or negative outcome.
- 2Both words can be used in academic settings.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Fail is more commonly used than flunk in everyday language.
- 2Scope: Fail can refer to any situation where there is a lack of success, while flunk is specifically related to academic performance.
- 3Intensity: Flunk can imply a more severe failure than fail.
- 4Formality: Flunk is less common and more informal than fail.
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Remember this!
While fail and flunk are both synonyms that describe a lack of success or negative outcome, flunk is more specific to academic settings and implies a more severe failure than fail. Fail is more commonly used and has a broader scope of usage, while flunk is a slang term that is less formal and originated in the United States.
