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FAILINGS

(noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Failings.

Failings - as a noun

A flaw or weak point

Example: "He was quick to point out his wife's failings"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
weakness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
imperfectionimperfectness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Failure to reach a minimum required performance

Example: "His failing the course led to his disqualification"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flunk
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
passing

Failings - as an adjective satellite

Below acceptable in performance

Example: "Received failing grades"

Example Sentences

"His failings as a leader were evident in his inability to make decisions."
"She acknowledged her failings and committed to working on self-improvement."
"The project's failings were attributed to poor planning and lack of communication."
"His failings in the exam were a result of not studying enough."
"The candidate's failings were highlighted during the debate."
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Word Game Points

Is FAILINGS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, failings is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FAILINGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is FAILINGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, failings is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FAILINGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is FAILINGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, failings is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FAILINGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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