failing

[ˈfeɪlɪŋ]

failing Definition

• 1. a weakness or flaw in someone's character, behavior, or performance
• 2. the action or state of not succeeding or being sufficient

Using failing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "failing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  One of his failings is his inability to take criticism.

• Example

  The company's financial failings led to its bankruptcy.

• Example

  Her failing health prevented her from traveling.

• Example

  The failing grade on his exam was a wake-up call for him.

failing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for failing

• weakness
• defect
• flaw
• shortcoming
• fault

Antonyms for failing

• strength
• virtue
• merit

Phrases with failing

• failing grade

  a grade that is below the passing standard

  Example

  He received a failing grade on his math test.

• failing health

  a decline in physical or mental health

  Example

  Her failing health prevented her from attending the event.

• failing to do something

  not succeeding in doing something

  Example

  Failing to meet the deadline will result in a penalty.

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Summary: failing in Brief

The term 'failing' [ˈfeɪlɪŋ] refers to a weakness or flaw in someone's character, behavior, or performance, as well as the action or state of not succeeding or being sufficient. Examples include 'One of his failings is his inability to take criticism.' and 'The company's financial failings led to its bankruptcy.' 'Failing' extends into phrases like 'failing grade,' denoting a grade that is below the passing standard, and 'failing health,' implying a decline in physical or mental health.