Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mess-up

verb
/ˈmɛs ʌp/
Definition
To make a mistake or to ruin something.
Examples
  • He really messed up the presentation by forgetting his notes.
  • If you mess up the recipe, it might not taste good.
Meaning
A situation where something is not done correctly, leading to confusion or disorder.
Synonyms
  • blunder
  • error
  • mistake
  • foul up
  • bungle