Definition

The state or quality of having mistakes or defects.

Example

The faultiness of the product led to many customer complaints.

Conversation

Did you notice any faultiness in the new software update?

Yeah, it keeps crashing unexpectedly.

I thought it was just my computer acting up, but it seems like a bigger issue.

Definitely, they need to fix those problems before it gets worse.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Faultiness → It is formed from "fault" (from Old French *faulte*, meaning a defect or error) and "-iness" (meaning the quality of being). The word "faultiness" refers to the quality of having defects or errors.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'fault' as a 'defect' and '-iness' as the quality of having that defect. This helps you remember that 'faultiness' means the quality of being faulty.

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