falisci

/fɐˈliʃʲt͡ʃi/

Definitions

1. noun

An ancient Italic tribe that inhabited the area around Falerii in Etruria, now modern-day Italy.

“Archaeologists studied the ancient civilization of the Falisci, discovering several important artifacts.”

2. verb

To fail or fall short, especially in achieving a goal.

“After weeks of training, she feared that she would falisci in the marathon competition.”

Synonyms

  • fail
  • fall short

Antonyms

  • prevail
  • succeed