Word Games Pro Dictionary

flunk

noun verb

failure to reach a minimum required performance

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
F
Ends with
K
Contains
LUN
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. failure to reach a minimum required performance

    “his failing the course led to his disqualification”

verb

  1. fail to get a passing grade

    “She studied hard but failed nevertheless”

In context

Example Sentences

his failing the course led to his disqualification
he got two flunks on his report
She studied hard but failed nevertheless
Did I fail the test?

Similar words

Synonyms

Scroll to Top