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FAULTY

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Faulty.

How to pronounce faulty:

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Faulty - as an adjective satellite

Having a defect

Example: "I returned the appliance because it was defective"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defective18

Characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules

Example: "He submitted a faulty report"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incorrect13wrong9

Faulty - as an adjective

Having or displaying faults; not perfect; not adequate or acceptable.

Example: "I don't think you can infer that from the premise. it's a faulty argument."

At fault, to blame; guilty.

Example Sentences

"The faulty alarm system failed to alert the residents of the fire."
"I returned the faulty product to the store and got a replacement."
"His faulty memory caused him to forget important details of the conversation."
"The faulty wiring in the building led to frequent power outages."
"The faulty brakes on his bicycle caused him to have an accident."
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Word Game Points

Is FAULTY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, faulty is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FAULTY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is FAULTY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, faulty is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FAULTY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is FAULTY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, faulty is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FAULTY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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