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fallible


Meanings
  • Adjective

    Prone to error; not infallible.

    - "Despite being an experienced pilot, he was still fallible and could make mistakes."
    - "The fallible nature of human memory can lead to errors in recall."

Antonyms

infallible , perfect
Synonyms

defective , faultful , faulty , imperfect
Rhymes
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malleable , controllable , adjustable
Variants
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fallible , fallibly
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'fallibilis', meaning 'prone to error'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'fallible' was first used in English in the 16th century.

  2. The concept of human fallibility has been a key theme in philosophy and religion for centuries, with figures like Socrates and St. Augustine exploring the idea in their works.


Related Concepts
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  1. Infallibility: The quality of being free from error or mistake.


Culture
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In literature and art, 'fallible' often refers to the human condition and the imperfections and mistakes that come with it. In philosophy, it is a key concept in the idea of human fallibility and the limitations of knowledge.

How to Memorize "fallible"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the concept of being prone to error. Imagine a person making mistakes or an object that is fragile and can break easily.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'fallible' with the idea of imperfection or error. Think of words like 'mistake' or 'flaw'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Fallible Facts Frequently Fail' to help remember the meaning of the word.


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