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faulty

adjective \ˈfȯl-tē\

: having a mistake, fault, or weakness

fault·i·erfault·i·est

Full Definition of FAULTY

: marked by fault or defect : imperfect

— fault·i·ly \-tə-lē\ adverb

— fault·i·ness \-tē-nəs\ noun

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First Known Use of FAULTY

14th century

Related to FAULTY

Synonyms: amiss, bad, defective, flawed, imperfect, on the blink

Antonyms: faultless, flawless, impeccable, perfect

Rhymes with FAULTY

malty, salty, vaulty

FAULTILY Defined for Kids

faulty

adjective \ˈfȯl-tē\

fault·i·erfault·i·est

Definition of FAULTY for Kids

: having a fault, flaw, or weakness : imperfect

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