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Faulty
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Simple meaning
What does Faulty mean?
having a fault or defect
Dictionary definition
Having a mistake, defect, or weakness that stops something from working well.
Example sentences
Faulty in a sentence
easy
The faulty lamp would not turn on.
medium
A faulty answer led to the wrong result.
hard
The team replaced the faulty part before the machine failed.
Synonyms
Words like Faulty
defectiveHaving a problem or flaw.
flawedHaving a weakness or mistake.
Antonyms
Opposite words
workingOperating properly.
soundReliable and in good condition.
Word family
Faulty word family
Base word
faulty
adjective
faultier
More faulty.
adjective
faultiest
Most faulty.
adjective
faultiness
The quality of being faulty.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does faulty mean?
Faulty means having a fault or defect.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to faulty?
Defective is close in meaning to faulty in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of faulty?
Working contrasts with faulty.
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