Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lapso
noun
ˈlap.soʊ
Definition
A lapse or slip, often referring to a mistake or an error in judgement.
Examples
- After months of practice, he had a lapso during the presentation that left everyone confused.
- Her lapso in remembering the appointment made her late for the meeting.
Meaning
In the context of language and everyday usage, ‘lapso’ typically indicates a momentary failure or a minor mistake, especially in speech or memory.
Synonyms
- error
- mistake
- slip
- lapse