Failures: meaning, definitions and examples

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failures

 

[ ˈfeɪljərz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in life

Failures are events or situations that did not meet expectations or goals. They can be seen as setbacks or obstacles that one encounters while striving for success. Failure is a natural part of life and can provide valuable lessons for personal growth and development.

Synonyms

defeats, disappointments, setbacks

Examples of usage

  • Learning from failures can lead to future success.
  • Failure is not the opposite of success, but a stepping stone towards it.
Context #2 | Noun

in business

In business, failures refer to ventures or projects that did not achieve the desired outcomes or profitability. It can result from various factors such as poor planning, market conditions, or lack of resources. Analyzing failures can help businesses make better decisions in the future.

Synonyms

fiascos, flops, missteps

Examples of usage

  • Many successful entrepreneurs have experienced multiple failures before achieving success.
  • Failure can be a catalyst for innovation and improvement.

Translations

Translations of the word "failures" in other languages:

🇵🇹 falhas

🇮🇳 विफलताएँ

🇩🇪 Fehler

🇮🇩 kegagalan

🇺🇦 невдачі

🇵🇱 niepowodzenia

🇯🇵 失敗

🇫🇷 échecs

🇪🇸 fallos

🇹🇷 başarısızlıklar

🇰🇷 실패

🇸🇦 إخفاقات

🇨🇿 neúspěchy

🇸🇰 neúspechy

🇨🇳 失败

🇸🇮 neuspehi

🇮🇸 bilun

🇰🇿 сәтсіздіктер

🇬🇪 წარუმატებლობები

🇦🇿 uğursuzluqlar

🇲🇽 fallos

Etymology

The word 'failures' has its roots in Middle English, from the Old French word 'faillure', which means 'lack'. Over time, the term evolved to represent the concept of not meeting expectations or goals. The idea of failure has been present throughout human history, with various interpretations and significance across different cultures and societies.

See also: fail, failing, failings, failure.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,976, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.