faulty
/ˈfɔːlti/
CEFR level B2Topic TechnologyWord #4665 in the learning path
有故障的；有缺陷的
Definitions
adj. not working correctly because something is wrong
有故障的；有缺陷的
adj. containing mistakes or based on incorrect reasoning
错误的；有漏洞的
Example
The electrician replaced the faulty switch in our kitchen.
电工更换了我们厨房里那个有故障的开关。
Policies based on faulty assumptions may fail to address the underlying causes of urban poverty.
基于错误假设的政策可能无法解决城市贫困的根本原因。
Collocations
- faulty equipment
- faulty wiring
- faulty reasoning
- faulty assumptions
Word family
- fault (n.)
- faultless (adj.)
Synonyms
- defective
- flawed
Antonyms
- flawless
Usage tip
既可形容设备故障，也可形容推理有误。
FAQ
- What does faulty mean?
- not working correctly because something is wrong containing mistakes or based on incorrect reasoning
- How is faulty pronounced?
- UK /ˈfɔːlti/, US /ˈfɔːlti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
