To a fault
adverb
Doing something excessively or too much to a point it becomes a negative.
She is generous to a fault, often neglecting her own needs to help others.
Often appears as...
- generous to a fault
- kind to a fault
Usage tips
Idiomatic
adverb
Doing something excessively or too much to a point it becomes a negative.
She is generous to a fault, often neglecting her own needs to help others.
Often appears as...
- generous to a fault
- kind to a fault
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Implication
Indicates an excessive trait that can lead to negative outcomes or perceptions.
His attention to detail is meticulous to a fault, causing projects to fall behind.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Nuance
Often used to show a mix of admiration and concern about someone's extreme behavior or characteristic.
He's caring to a fault, and sometimes people take advantage of his kindness.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Warning
May serve as a polite warning or a gentle criticism about someone's behavior.
You are trusting to a fault; just be careful not everyone has good intentions.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Implication
Indicates an excessive trait that can lead to negative outcomes or perceptions.
His attention to detail is meticulous to a fault, causing projects to fall behind.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Nuance
Often used to show a mix of admiration and concern about someone's extreme behavior or characteristic.
He's caring to a fault, and sometimes people take advantage of his kindness.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Warning
May serve as a polite warning or a gentle criticism about someone's behavior.
You are trusting to a fault; just be careful not everyone has good intentions.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Implication
Indicates an excessive trait that can lead to negative outcomes or perceptions.
His attention to detail is meticulous to a fault, causing projects to fall behind.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Nuance
Often used to show a mix of admiration and concern about someone's extreme behavior or characteristic.
He's caring to a fault, and sometimes people take advantage of his kindness.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Warning
May serve as a polite warning or a gentle criticism about someone's behavior.
You are trusting to a fault; just be careful not everyone has good intentions.
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