flunk
/flʌŋk/
noun
- A failure, especially in a test or course.
- The test was so hard that half the class ended up with a flunk.
- He got a flunk in chemistry and had to retake it over the summer.
- Her only flunk in college was a history class she didn't enjoy.
verb
- To fail a test, course, or assignment, especially by receiving a low grade.
- If you don't turn in your homework, you might flunk the class.
- He studied hard because he didn't want to flunk the final exam.
- She flunked her driving test the first time but passed on the second try.
- To give a failing grade to a student.
- The professor rarely flunks students if they show effort.
- He was flunked in math because he missed too many classes.
- The teacher threatened to flunk anyone who was caught cheating.