failure

US /'feɪljər/

UK /ˈfeɪljə(r)/

A1TOEIC
n.NounWhen things go wrong; lack of function
This failure is all your fault
n.NounAct or result of not achieving your goals
It is difficult to deal with failure when you are used to winning
n.NounA person who has not succeeded; someone who has failed.
He felt like a failure after losing his job.
n.NounAn omission or neglect of an expected or required action.
The failure to report the incident led to further problems.
n.NounA breakdown or collapse, especially of a structure or mechanism.
The bridge collapse was due to structural failure.
n.NounThe inability of an organ to function properly.
Kidney failure can be fatal if left untreated.
n.NounThe act of failing to reach the required standard in an exam or test.
Failure in the exam meant he had to repeat the year.

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