defect

de-fect · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A shortcoming, imperfection, or lack in something.

  2. 2.

    A physical or mental abnormality.

  3. 3.

    To abandon one's country or cause in favor of an opposing one.

  4. 4.

    To leave a group or organization for another.

Forms

plural: defects

Related words

Antonyms: perfection, strength
See also: defection, fault, flaw
Synonyms: blemish, fault, flaw, imperfection

Etymology

From Latin defectus meaning "failure, revolt, desertion," from deficere "to fail, desert," composed of de- "down, away" and facere "to do, make."