uncontained failure
/ʌnˌkɒnˈteɪnd ˈfɔɪlɪər/ · un.con.tained.fail.ure
noun
- A situation or event where a system, process, or project has failed to operate as intended, resulting in unforeseen and potentially catastrophic consequences. The uncontained failure of the rocket's propulsion system led to a catastrophic explosion.
noun
- A person or organization that has failed to manage their resources, finances, or responsibilities, leading to a state of chaos or disorder. The company's uncontained failure to manage its finances led to bankruptcy.
Synonyms
catastrophic failureuncontrolled disastermanaged chaossystemic collapseunmitigated disasterunbridled failureunchecked catastropheunrestrained collapse
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of uncontained failure is often associated with the idea of the 'perfect storm,' where a combination of factors leads to an unforeseen and devastating outcome.