Definition
- (noun) A defect; something that detracts from perfection.
- (noun) A mistake or error. “No! This is my fault, not yours.”
- (noun) A weakness of character; a failing. “For all her faults, she’s a good person at heart.”
- (noun) A minor offense.
- (noun) Blame; the responsibility for a mistake. “The fault lies with you.”
- (noun) A fracture in a rock formation causing a discontinuity.
- (noun) In coal seams, coal rendered worthless by impurities in the seam. “slate fault dirt fault”
- (noun) An illegal serve.
- (noun) An abnormal connection in a circuit.
- (noun) Want; lack
- (noun) A lost scent; act of losing the scent.
- (verb) To criticize, blame or find fault with something or someone.
Word stats
- Faults contains 6 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 6 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 1.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 9.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Faults mean?
A defect; something that detracts from perfection.
How many letters are in Faults?
Faults has 6 letters.
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