Definition

The quality of never making a mistake or being wrong.

Example

Many people believe in the infallibility of their leaders, but everyone can make mistakes.

Conversation

Do you really believe in the infallibility of certain leaders?

Not really, I think everyone can make mistakes eventually.

Yeah, I guess it's unrealistic to expect infallibility from anyone.

Exactly! It's better to acknowledge our flaws and learn from them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infallibility → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "fallere" (meaning to deceive or to fall) combined with the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being incapable of making mistakes or being deceived.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being able to 'fall' or make mistakes ('fallere') — that's why infallibility means the quality of being incapable of error.

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