Failure

Fail´ure

n.	1.	Cessation of supply, or total defect; a failing; deficiency; as, failure of rain; failure of crops.
	2.	Omission; nonperformance; as, the failure to keep a promise.
	3.	Want of success; the state of having failed.
	4.	Decay, or defect from decay; deterioration; as, the failure of memory or of sight.
	5.	A becoming insolvent; bankruptcy; suspension of payment; as, failure in business.
	6.	A failing; a slight fault.

Noun	1.	failure - an act that fails; "his failure to pass the test"
	2.	failure - an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose; "the surprise party was a complete failure" Antonyms: success - an event that accomplishes its intended purpose; "let's call heads a success and tails a failure"; "the election was a remarkable success for Republicans"
	3.	failure - lack of success; "he felt that his entire life had been a failure"; "that year there was a crop failure" Antonyms: success - a state of prosperity or fame; "he is enjoying great success"; "he does not consider wealth synonymous with success"
	4.	failure - a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently Synonyms: nonstarter, unsuccessful person, loser
	5.	failure - an unexpected omission; "he resented my failure to return his call"; "the mechanic's failure to check the brakes"
	6.	failure - inability to discharge all your debts as they come due; "the company had to declare bankruptcy"; "fraudulent loans led to the failure of many banks" Synonyms: bankruptcy
	7.	failure - loss of ability to function normally; "kidney failure"

failure - The inability of a system or system component to perform a required function within specified limits. A failure may be produced when a fault is encountered.

To dream of failure, signifies your fears of inadequacy, low self-esteem and foretells that you are not applying yourself to the fullest potential. You are overwhelmed with anxiety and the pressure to excel. 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