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failed
[feyld]
adjective
falling short of success or achievement in something expected, desired, etc..
bad memories from a failed relationship; a failed attempt to save his daughter.
Word History and Origins
Origin of failed1
Example Sentences
"Activists disguised as humanitarians clutch their pearls and rush out press releases in support of these failed systems," said Mr Moore.
His second attempt was slower than Alonso's first and Norris failed to improve on his final run, and was bumped further down by Russell, Antonelli and Hamilton.
A former student at the Dreierschützengasse school, Arthur A had failed to complete his studies.
Padilla, the Trumpian version of the story now goes, got what he deserved: He busted into a press conference uninvited, they say, pushed his way toward the stage and failed to identify himself.
The complaint alleged that Brock didn’t administer sufficient pain medication and failed to properly complete the procedure or follow up with pathology findings.
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