flunked

Flunked is an informal term used to describe the act of failing to meet a required standard, most commonly in an academic or examination context. When a student flunks an exam or a course, it means they have not achieved a passing grade. This can have various consequences, such as needing to retake the subject, delaying graduation, or impacting academic records.

The term can also extend beyond formal education. An individual might say they "flunked" a job interview, a driving test, or any other situation where they were evaluated and did not succeed. The connotation is generally negative, implying a clear and definitive failure rather than simply a minor setback.

Reasons for flunking can be diverse, including insufficient preparation, misunderstanding the material, test anxiety, or external factors affecting performance. In educational settings, specific criteria for passing are usually established, and failure to meet these criteria results in a "flunk." The opposite of flunking is passing or succeeding.