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failing meaning and definition

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FAILING noun

Definition of failing (noun)

  1. a flaw or weak point
    • "he was quick to point out his wife's failings"
    • synonyms: weakness
  2. failure to reach a minimum required performance
    • "his failing the course led to his disqualification"; "he got two flunks on his report"
    • synonyms: flunk
    • antonym: pass

FAILING adjective

Definition of failing (adjective)

  1. below acceptable in performance
    • "received failing grades"
Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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