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- Dictionaryfailing/ˈfeɪlɪŋ/
noun
- 1. a weakness, especially in a person's character; a shortcoming: "pride is a terrible failing"
preposition
- 1. in the absence of; if not: "she longed to be with him and, failing that, to be alone"
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FAILING definition: 1. a fault or weakness: 2. if that is not possible: 3. becoming weaker or less successful: . Learn more.
The meaning of FAILING is a usually slight or insignificant defect in character, conduct, or ability. How to use failing in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Failing.
Failing definition: an act or instance of failing; failure. See examples of FAILING used in a sentence.
(feɪlɪŋ ) Word forms: plural failings. 1. countable noun [usually plural, oft with poss] The failings of someone or something are their faults or unsatisfactory features. Like many in Russia, she blamed the country's failings on futile attempts to catch up with the West.
Definitions of failing. noun. failure to reach a minimum required performance. “his failing the course led to his disqualification”. synonyms: flunk. see more. noun. a flaw or weak point. “he was quick to point out his wife's failings ”.
to not work or happen as intended. fail We tried our best, but ultimately the project failed. fall apart Things were going smoothly until we hired him, and now everything is falling apart. fall to pieces The plan has potential, but unless we proceed carefully, it could fall to pieces. fall through Our plans to visit fell through at the last minute.
Definition of failing noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
