Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
faux-pas
noun
/foʊ ˈpɑː/
Definition
A social blunder or an embarrassing mistake in a social situation.
Examples
- It was a faux-pas to arrive late to the formal dinner.
- She realized her comment about his outfit was a faux-pas at the party.
Meaning
Faux-pas refers to an action or statement that is considered inappropriate or socially awkward, often resulting in embarrassment for the person making the mistake.
Synonyms
- blunder
- mistake
- gaffe
- social error
