Synonyms for

Fault

Verb / fɔ:lt / Another word for fault — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a mistake or error

Synonyms & similar words

demerit break blame shift mistake error merit fracture geologicalfault flaw absolve defect faulting error mistake flaw defect blemish shortcoming weakness failing blunder oversight slip-up lapse inaccuracy imperfection bug glitch problem trouble difficulty issue

Synonyms by register

Formal

defect shortcoming imperfection flaw

Informal

glitch hiccup screw-up boo-boo

Literary

blemish stain frailty

Antonyms

perfection virtue strength advantage merit success praise

Common collocations

  • major fault
  • minor fault
  • design fault
  • technical fault
  • find fault with
  • at fault
  • own up to your fault
  • fault line

Word family

noun fault
verb fault
adjective faulty

Usage note

As a noun, 'fault' often refers to a defect or imperfection. As a verb, 'to fault' means to find fault with or criticize. Be mindful of the context to distinguish between these uses.

Example sentences

  1. Its not your fault that its raining.
  2. I take full responsibility for my fault.
  3. The teacher found a fault in my math homework.
  4. The team lost the game because of a fault in their defense.
  5. The company had to recall the product due to a manufacturing fault.

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