unfailing
|un-fail-ing|
B2
/ʌnˈfeɪlɪŋ/
always reliable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unfailing' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'failing' from Old English 'fǣlan' meaning 'to fail'.
Historical Evolution
'fǣlan' transformed into the Middle English word 'failen', and eventually became the modern English word 'fail'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not failing or not falling short', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
always reliable or constant; never failing.
Her unfailing support was crucial during the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45