FLUNK - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

failure to reach a minimum required performance

Example: his failing the course led to his disqualification; he got two flunks on his report

Part of speech: Verb

fail to get a passing grade

Example: She studied hard but failed nevertheless; Did I fail the test?

Bomb, Failing, Fail, Flush it, Flunk

flinch – A related word in the same word family.

funk#Etymology_2 – A related word in the same word family.

Languages borrow words when cultures meet—through trade, conquest, or collaboration.