Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
make a gaffe
idiom
/meɪk ə ɡæf/
Definition
To make a mistake or blunder, especially in a social situation or public setting.
Examples
- When he accidentally called his boss by the wrong name, he knew he had made a gaffe.
- During the interview, she made a gaffe by misquoting the famous author.
- His attempt to make a joke fell flat and resulted in a significant gaffe at the dinner party.
Meaning
The phrase refers to an error that may cause embarrassment or reveal a lack of knowledge or consideration.
Synonyms
- blunder
- mistake
- error
- misstep
- faux pas
