failing

noun verb adjective

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: fail-ing (2)
English Definition

A weakness, especially in a person's character; a failure

Example Sentence

Pride was his greatest failing.

US IPA /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/
UK IPA /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/

Synonyms

weakness shortcoming flaw defect fault

Antonyms

strength virtue success