Unfailing — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈfā-liŋ/ un·fail·ing

Meaning & Definition of Unfailing

Unfailing (adjective)

  1. not failing or liable to fail:
  2. constant, unflagging
  3. everlasting, inexhaustible

Unfailing (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not being or likely to be wrong

    "an unfailing judge of personal character"

    similar: infallible, unerring
    related: errorless, faultless, flawless, impeccable, certain, foolproof, inerrant, perfect, sure, dependable, reliable
    opposite: fallible
    near: defective, faulty, flawed, imperfect, undependable, unreliable

  2. not likely to fail

    "the writer's unfailing sense of humor is again evident in his newest book"

    similar: can't-miss, certain, fail-safe, infallible, sure, surefire
    related: dependable, reliable, deadly, unerring
    opposite: fallible
    near: doubtful, questionable, uncertain

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unfailing

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unfailing:

infallible, unerring, can't-miss, certain, fail-safe, sure, surefire

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unfailing

Words with the opposite meaning of Unfailing:

fallible

Related Words for Unfailing

errorless, faultless, flawless, impeccable, foolproof, inerrant, perfect, dependable, reliable, deadly

Near Antonyms of Unfailing

defective, faulty, flawed, imperfect, undependable, unreliable, doubtful, questionable, uncertain

Word Forms of Unfailing

Derived words: unfailingly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Unfailing

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Unfailing

What does "Unfailing" mean?

"Unfailing" means not failing or liable to fail:. As an adjective, it is defined as: not failing or liable to fail:. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Unfailing"?

Other words for "Unfailing" include infallible, unerring, can't-miss, certain, fail-safe, sure and surefire. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unfailing" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unfailing"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unfailing". Common alternatives include infallible, unerring, can't-miss, certain, fail-safe, sure and surefire.

What is the opposite of "Unfailing"?

Antonyms of "Unfailing" include fallible. Near antonyms include defective, faulty, flawed and imperfect.

How do you use "Unfailing" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unfailing" in a sentence: "an unfailing judge of personal character"; "the writer's unfailing sense of humor is again evident in his newest book".

Is "Unfailing" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Unfailing" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unfailing"?

"Unfailing" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈfā-liŋ/ and divided into syllables as un·fail·ing.

What is the origin of the word "Unfailing"?

First known use: 14th century.