Synonyms for failure

Some common synonyms of failure are: failure [n.] 1. Deficiency, defectiveness, shortcoming. 2. Omission, neglect, fail, non-performance, non-observance. 3. Miscarriage, botch, abortion, ill success, flash in the pan, labor for one's pains, losing game, wild-goose chase, sleeveless errand. 4. Insolvency, bankruptcy, suspension of payment, failing, becoming bankrupt or insolvent. 5. Decay, decline, declension, loss.