1. the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with unintentionally amusing effect
Usage: plural of malapropism

Examples

• The politician’s speech was full of malapropisms that made the audience chuckle.
• Her malapropisms included saying ‘flamingo’ instead of ‘flamenco’ dancer.
• The student’s essay contained several malapropisms like ‘escape goat’ for ‘scapegoat’.
• Comedy shows often feature characters who speak in deliberate malapropisms.
• Teachers should gently correct malapropisms without embarrassing students.
• His malapropisms were so frequent that friends started keeping a list.
• The book collected famous malapropisms from television and radio broadcasts.