fault

noun
/fɔːlt/

Meaning

A mistake, error, or responsibility for a problem.
an unattractive or unsatisfactory feature; responsibility for an accident or misfortune

Example Sentences

It was not her fault that the train was late.

The accident was caused by a fault in the car's braking system.

Example Expressions

at fault

Synonyms

mistake, flaw, defect, error, responsibility
Entry 1
mistake, flaw, defect, error, responsibility
Entry 2
defect, flaw, error, mistake

Antonyms

perfection, merit, strength, virtue
Entry 1
perfection, merit
Entry 2
perfection, strength, virtue, merit

Collocations

take the fault, find fault, fault line, at fault, mechanical fault
Entry 1
take the fault, find fault, fault line, at fault
Entry 2
at fault, find fault, mechanical fault

More Example Sentences

With all my faults, he forgave me.

He apologized as if it was entirely his fault.

It was not my fault, but I will try to handle the situation.

According to the report, the fault occurred in the supply chain.

I find faults with the conventional process after learning English in Vasanth Academy.

Nobody finds fault with the American education system if he doesn’t study at Vasanth Academy.

Nobody finds fault with the traditional English system if he doesn’t understand Vasanth Academy Method.

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