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Failsafe

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Failsafe"

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Word	Definition
fail-safenoun	That does not cause undue damage in the event of failure.
safenoun	Not in danger; out of harm's reach.
foolproof	Of a device: protected against, or designed to be proof against, misuse or error.
fallbacknoun	A backup plan or contingency strategy; an alternative which can be used if something goes wrong with the main plan; a recourse.
automaticnoun	A car with an automatic transmission; the transmission itself.
bulletproof	(of a material) Capable of withstanding a direct shot by a bullet fired from a gun.
surefire	Alternative form of sure-fire. [Guaranteed to work or happen.]
preemptive	Made so as to deter an anticipated unpleasant situation.
resettable	Capable of being reset.
standbynoun	A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).
resetnoun	(also figurative) The act of resetting to the initial state.
overrangenoun	Input to an instrument beyond the range of values it is designed to handle.
emergencynoun	(sometimes attributive) A situation which poses an immediate risk and which requires urgent attention.
programmablenoun	A calculator that allows the user to write programs.
autopilotnoun	(aviation, nautical) A mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic system used to guide a vehicle without assistance from a human being.
robust	Evincing strength and health; strong; (often, especially) both large and healthy.
heuristicnoun	A heuristic method.
infallible	Without fault or weakness; incapable of error or fallacy.
overrideverb	(transitive, intransitive) To counteract the normal operation of something; to countermand with orders of higher priority.
redundant	Superfluous; exceeding what is necessary, no longer needed.