Failure Definition & Meaning
failure
- noun
- an act that fails; "his failure to pass the test"
- an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose; "the surprise party was a complete failure"
- lack of success; "he felt that his entire life had been a failure"; "that year there was a crop failure"
- a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently
- an unexpected omission; "he resented my failure to return his call"; "the mechanic's failure to check the brakes"
- inability to discharge all your debts as they come due; "the company had to declare bankruptcy"; "fraudulent loans led to the failure of many banks"
- loss of ability to function normally; "kidney failure"
"Failure" in song lyrics
See how failure is used in real songs:
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"That the Klas 1'll set you up for the failure"
4 Deep — Takin' No Bull -
"And if I don't, I'll be a failure"
69 Boyz — Survival of Da Fittest -
"Got me y'all looks a failure"
Above the Law f/ MC Ren — Killaz in the Park
Words that rhyme with failure
Usage tips for "failure"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "failure" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for failure to find words that pair well.