failure

The word “failure” has 2 syllables: fail-ure.

It's pronounced as /ˈfeɪljər/.

What is synonym and antonym for failure?

In the thesaurus, “failure” has 19 synonyms and 20 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for failure along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for failure

bankruptcy
breakdown
catastrophe
collapse
crash
decline
default
defeat
deficiency
deterioration
disappointment
disaster
failing
lack
loss
misstep
neglect
negligence
shortage

Antonyms for failure

abundance
achievement
adequacy
amplitude
betterment
compliance
discharge
fulfillment
hit
improvement
increase
opulence
plenty
rise
solvency
success
sufficiency
wealth
win
winner

Meanings of failure

noun
1. State or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, opposite of success.
2. An object, person or endeavour in a state of failure or incapable of success.
3. Termination of the ability of an item to perform its required function; breakdown.
4. Bankruptcy.

Example Sentences

Failure is often a stepping stone to success, teaching valuable lessons along the way.
She refused to view the setback as a personal failure but rather an opportunity for growth.
The project faced a major obstacle, but the team refused to accept failure and worked together to find a solution.
Accepting failure is an integral part of the learning process, fostering resilience and determination.
The entrepreneur shared stories of failure that ultimately led to the development of groundbreaking innovations.

On this page you'll find 39 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to failure, such as: abundance, achievement, adequacy, amplitude, bankruptcy, betterment, breakdown.

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