Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Default means failing to fulfill an obligation, such as not paying back a loan or not meeting a set standard.
Default
/dɪˈfɔːlt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
By his default short while he sojourned here;
Default to discard unless something truly brings you joy.
The software will default to the standard settings.
Etymology:
Derived from the Old French word defaute meaning fault, deficiency, or failure, which originated from the Latin fallita, indicating disappointment or failure.
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