Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
make-a-gaffe
verb phrase
/meɪk ə ɡæf/
Definition
To commit a social blunder or a mistake in public that can cause embarrassment.
Examples
- During the meeting, she made a gaffe by forgetting the boss’s name.
- The politician made a gaffe that became a trending topic on social media.
Meaning
The term ‘make-a-gaffe’ refers to the act of saying or doing something inappropriate or awkward in a social setting, often leading to an uncomfortable situation.
Synonyms
- blunder
- mistake
- faux pas
- misstep
