Failure
nounverified·updated May 9, 2026
The condition or action of not functioning.
Framework senses
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- §1
- The inability of a system or component to perform its required functions within specified performance requirements.
- §1
- The condition or action of not functioning.
- §1
- an unexpected omission
- §2
- an act that fails
- §3
- an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose
- §4
- a person with a record of failing
- §5
- loss of ability to function normally
- §6
- lack of success
- §7
- inability to discharge all your debts as they come due