fault

• 名词，指缺陷、不完美或错误，也指对错误或过失应负的责任。

A noun referring to a defect, imperfection, or mistake in something or someone, or responsibility for an error or wrongdoing.

1. Responsibility for a mistakeA2formal

   The responsibility for an error, problem, or wrongdoing.

   过错

   • It was my fault that we missed the train.
   • The accident was not the driver's fault.
   • She admitted her fault and apologized.

   同义词accountabilityblameculpabilityguiltresponsibility

   反义词creditmeritvirtue

2. Defect or imperfectionB1formal

   A flaw, weakness, or imperfection in something or someone.

   缺点

   • There is a fault in the electrical wiring.
   • The product was recalled due to a manufacturing fault.
   • His only fault is being too generous.

   同义词blemishdefectdeficiencyfailingflawfrailtyimperfectioninadequacyshortcomingweakness

   反义词assetmeritstrengthvirtue

3. Geological fractureB2formalscientific

   A fracture or zone of fractures in the Earth's crust along which movement has occurred.

   断层

   • The San Andreas Fault is a major geological feature in California.
   • Earthquakes often occur along fault lines.
   • Scientists study fault movements to predict seismic activity.

   同义词breakcrackfissurefracturerift

• 动词，表示批评或指责某人或某事的错误或缺点，也可表示找出并指出毛病或故障。

A verb used to indicate the act of criticizing or blaming someone or something for a mistake or flaw.

1. B2formal

   To find fault with someone or something; to criticize or blame.

   批评或指责

   • You cannot fault her for being honest.
   • He was faulted for his lack of preparation.
   • The manager faulted the team for missing the deadline.

   同义词blamecensurecondemncriticizereproach

   反义词acclaimapplaudcommendcomplimentlaudpraise