failings

NOUN

lapse, shortcoming

Synonyms

STRONGEST

defect deficiency drawback error failure fault flaw foible frailty imperfection weakness

STRONG

infirmity miscarriage misfortune vice

WEAK

blind spot weak point

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage benefit perfection strength

WEAK

strong point

Example Sentences

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Freddie Daley, who works for the sport climate action network Cool Down, called Infantino's apparent use of a private jet at the World Cup "symptomatic of Fifa's failings on the environment and sustainability".

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Subsequent investigations found multiple failings at the hospital and in Emily's care, with Willetts telling the inquest the criticism was "fair".

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

The review, which prompted a national inquiry into maternity failings, covers the period from April 2012 to May 2025.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

The investigation has run alongside the review, which has looked into failings at two maternity units run by the trust - at Nottingham City Hospital and the Queen's Medical Centre.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

I would see it as my fault, the result of my failings.

From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston