failure

noun

1. an act that fails

   noun.act

   Examples

   His failure to pass the test.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose

   noun.event

   Examples

   The surprise party was a complete failure.

   Antonyms success

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. lack of success

   noun.state

   Examples

   He felt that his entire life had been a failure.

   That year there was a crop failure.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently

   noun.person

   Synonyms loser nonstarter unsuccessful person

   Antonyms achiever succeeder success winner

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. an unexpected omission

   noun.act

   Examples

   He resented my failure to return his call.

   The mechanic's failure to check the brakes.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

6. inability to discharge all your debts as they come due

   noun.state

   Examples

   Fraudulent loans led to the failure of many banks.

   Synonyms bankruptcy

   Source: WordNet 3.0

7. loss of ability to function normally

   noun.state

   Examples

   Kidney failure.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

8. Cessation of supply, or total defect; a failing; deficiency; as, <i>failure</i> of rain; <i>failure</i> of crops.

   noun

   Source: webster1913