Failing

/ˈfeɪlɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of failing; a failure.

His recent failing in the exam was a surprise to everyone.

A condition or quality of failing.

The project was marked by several significant failings in its planning phase.

verb

Present participle of fail; to be unsuccessful in achieving a desired result.

Despite her hard work, she is failing to meet her targets.

To lose strength or vitality; to weaken.

The patient's health is failing rapidly.

from the verb fail, from Old French 'faillir' meaning to lack or be wanting

failing health

deterioration of physical condition

failing grade

a score below the passing mark in an exam or course

moral failing

a deficiency in ethical standards or conduct

failure

the lack of success in achieving or accomplishing something

fall

an instance of falling or collapsing

collapse

to fall down or give way

to mess up

I totally failed that presentation.

to flunk

She flunked the test after cramming all night.