fail

US /fel/

UK /feɪl/

A1

verb

  • To be unsuccessful in passing a class or exam
  • To not do or provide something that is needed
  • To stop working or functioning; to break down
  • To not achieve a goal, or to go wrong

noun

  • A mark on a test showing you did not pass

Examples

an enterprise that was doomed to fail from the start

Doctors are failing in their duty if they do not warn their patients of the dangers.