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defects
This word carries a heavy sense of failure or betrayal depending on the context. In a technical or physical sense, it suggests a flaw that renders an object less effective or dangerous, often implying a failure in manufacturing or design. It is a clinical term used in quality control and engineering to identify specific points of failure.
In a political context, the word takes on a moral and dramatic weight. It implies a permanent and often treasonous break from a previous allegiance. The act of defecting is viewed as a high-stakes gamble, shifting from one ideological camp to another, usually involving a total severance of ties with the original home.
Countable when referring to specific flaws in a product like a cracked screen. Uncountable when referring to the general state of being flawed or the presence of imperfection in a system.
Meanings
Examples
The manufacturer recalled the cars due to several safety defects.
I know I have my defects but I am trying to improve.
The inspector found several structural defects in the old bridge.
He decided to defect to the West during the height of the Cold War.
Why would a high ranking officer suddenly defect from the army?
The software is mostly stable but it still has a few minor defects.
She feared that her partner might defect to a rival company.
The diamond is beautiful despite a few internal defects.