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/ˌæbsəˈluːt ˈfɛɪl.jər/ · ab.sou.lute.fail.yur
noun
  1. A complete and utter failure, often resulting in a significant loss or setback. The project was considered an absolute failure due to its high costs and lack of returns.
  2. A situation or outcome that is completely and utterly unsuccessful. The team's performance in the championship game was an absolute failure, with a score of 0-10.
Did you know? The phrase 'absolute failure' is often used in business and project management to describe a situation where all efforts have been unsuccessful, and a complete overhaul or restart is necessary.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026