Words / B2

DEEF-ekt/ˈdiːfekt/

A defect is a fault in a product, system, or argument: a software defect; a defect in the reasoning. Fault is everyday; flaw is close in essays. The verb /dɪˈfekt/ means to leave a group for the other side — rarer at B2. Do not call a preference a defect. Results-day portals: a defect delayed grades.

Meaning

A fault in a product, system, or argument.

Examples

• “A software defect delayed results day for two hours.”
• “Counsel pointed to a defect in the sampling frame, which is the argument sense.”

Good to know

a defect in; a manufacturing / software defect. Everyday: a fault. Essay: a flaw. Verb (leave a side): /dɪˈfekt/. Not a mere dislike. Product recalls and methods sections.

Near in meaning

fault

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