default

/dɪˈfɔːlt/
noun
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Definition

1

A pre-set option or value that is used when no other option is chosen

The default browser on her computer was Safari, but she preferred Chrome.

2

The act of failing to fulfill a financial obligation, such as a loan or debt

After missing several payments, the company was in default and risked losing their assets.

Synonyms

standardRefers to a typical or normal setting, but doesn't imply a lack of choice automaticSuggests a setting or action that happens without any manual input failureMore negative in tone, often used in the context of not meeting obligations

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