fallible (Meaning)

Wordnet

fallible (a)

likely to fail or make errors

Wordnet

fallible (s)

wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings

Webster

fallible (a.)

Liable to fail, mistake, or err; liable to deceive or to be deceived; as, all men are fallible; our opinions and hopes are fallible.

FAQs About the word fallible

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perfect, whole,perfect, whole, faultless,intact, impeccable, impeccable, flawless, entire

Humans are inherently fallible, meaning they are prone to making mistakes and errors in their actions, decisions, and judgments.

Scientists are fallible, and their theories and conclusions are subject to change as new evidence emerges.

Political leaders are fallible, and their policies may have unintended consequences, causing harm to the people they govern.

The judicial system is fallible, and innocent people may be convicted of crimes they did not commit, while guilty individuals may go free.