noun
- embarrassing mistakes, especially ones made in social situations or public speaking
Usage: plural of gaffe
Examples
- The politician’s recent gaffes have hurt his campaign.
- She made several embarrassing gaffes during the interview.
- His social gaffes at the dinner party were noticed by everyone.
- The company tried to minimize the impact of the CEO’s public gaffes.
- Despite her experience, she still commits occasional gaffes when speaking.
- The reporter’s gaffes during the live broadcast went viral.
- These diplomatic gaffes could strain international relations.