Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
honest mistake
noun
/ˈɒnɪst mɪsˈteɪk/
Definition
A mistake that occurs without malice or intent to deceive.
Examples
- He didn’t mean to offend anyone; it was simply an honest mistake.
- Forgetting to send the invitation was an honest mistake, not a deliberate oversight.
Meaning
An honest mistake is an error made due to misunderstanding, lack of knowledge, or oversight, rather than intentional wrongdoing.
Synonyms
- genuine error
- unintentional error
- innocent mistake
