Definition

The quality or state of being able to make mistakes or be wrong.

Example

Everyone has a certain level of fallibility, which is why we should be understanding when others make mistakes.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about our fallibility as humans?

Yeah, it’s kind of comforting to know we all make mistakes.

Exactly! It makes me feel less pressured to be perfect all the time.

Right? Embracing our fallibility can actually help us grow.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fallibility → It is formed from "fallibilis" (from Latin, meaning liable to err) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "fallibility" refers to the quality of being prone to making mistakes or errors.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'liable to err' — that's what fallibility means, the state of being able to make mistakes.

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