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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Ford's admittance of its AI failings came as it lauded its return to the top of an index used as an industry benchmark to measure vehicle quality.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

The review set out a number of actions NUH must take to "directly address the failings identified".

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

Serious failings in post-death care were also highlighted, including concerns related to loss of dignity, poor mortuary processes, ineffective identification systems and inappropriate communication.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

The largest maternity review in the history of the NHS - which is expected to detail widespread failings that led to the deaths of babies and avoidable harm - will be published later.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

The effect of one of Leon’s anecdotes was to make his listener warm to humankind and its failings.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan