défaut — meaning in English
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English meaning
- blemish noun A small mark or flaw that spoils an otherwise clean or attractive surface.
- default noun A preset option or value used automatically when no other choice is made.
- defect noun A flaw, fault, or imperfection in something.
- fault noun Responsibility for a mistake or wrongdoing.
- flaw noun A defect or imperfection, often one that is hidden or not obvious at first.
- hitch noun A small problem, delay, or snag.
- lack noun The absence or shortage of something needed or wanted.
- shortage noun A situation where there is not enough of something needed.
- shortcoming noun A fault or weakness in someone or something that stops them being as good as they should be.
Senses
défaut is used for these senses in English:
- blemish A moral defect; a character flaw.
- default (finance) The condition of failing to meet an obligation.
- defect A fault or malfunction.
- fault A defect, imperfection, or weakness; more severe than a flaw.
- flaw A crack or breach, a gap or fissure; a defect of continuity or cohesion.
- hitch A hidden or unfavorable condition or element.
- lack A deficiency or need (of something desirable or necessary); an absence, want, dearth.
- shortage A lack or deficiency; an insufficient amount.
blemish — full definition
- noun A small mark or flaw that spoils an otherwise clean or attractive surface.
- verb To spoil the appearance or reputation of something.
default — full definition
- noun A preset option or value used automatically when no other choice is made.
- noun Failure to fulfil an obligation, especially a financial or legal one.
- verb To fail to meet a financial or legal obligation.