What is another word for malaprop?

Pronunciation: [mˈale͡ɪpɹˌɒp] (IPA)

The word malaprop is a term that refers to the misuse of words, typically resulting in a humorous or absurd effect. There are several synonyms for malaprop that describe similar language mishaps. These include solecism, which refers to a grammatical or rhetorical mistake, and misusage, which refers to the incorrect use of language. Another synonymous term is gaffe, which is used to describe a social or diplomatic blunder, often involving language. Additionally, the term blooper can be used to describe a spoken or written mistake that causes embarrassment or amusement. However, malaprop remains the most commonly used term to describe humorous but incorrect word usage.

Synonyms for Malaprop:

What are the hypernyms for Malaprop?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Malaprop?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for malaprop (as nouns)

Usage examples for Malaprop

What and whence was this little malaprop?
"Somehow Good"
William de Morgan
A malaprop of a tear, too heavy to wink in, came rolling suddenly down Hattie's cheek.
"The Vertical City"
Fannie Hurst
"She is our 'Mrs. malaprop.
"The Lost Despatch"
Natalie Sumner Lincoln

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