ail

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Ail' is a way of saying that you're sick or something is wrong. It can be used for people, animals, or even machines. So, if a car is making strange noises, you can say, 'My car is ailing.'

Examples in Different Contexts

In technology, an 'ailing' system or software refers to one that isn't functioning optimally. A tech specialist might report, 'Our server has been ailing lately, leading to website downtimes.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

Our fourth quarter return on investment is not looking healthy. We need to figure out the flaws in our current strategy.

Response:

The underperformance of sales team seems to be ailing our returns. Maybe we need better training programs.

Creative

Scenario:

This narrative is somehow not engaging the audience as expected. We need a fresh perspective to identify the issue.

Response:

Our plot lacks emotional depth. That's what is ailing our narrative. Let's try to rewrite some sections.