What means blunder and gaffe

ruben · Tue Jan 17, 2006 0:00 am *What means blunder and gaffe*

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #112 "Synonyms for error and fault", question 1

I haven't done this and you are making a terrible ......... in suspecting me.

(a) error
(b) mistake
(c) blunder
(d) gaffe

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #112 "Synonyms for error and fault", answer 1

I haven't done this and you are making a terrible mistake in suspecting me.

Correct answer: (b) mistake
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what means blunder and gaffe

ruben

Daniela · Tue Jan 17, 2006 10:15 am *Gaffe vs blunder*

Hi learner,
Blunder is a careless, stupid or gross mistake in action or speech, which usually affects other people.
Gaffe is a social blunder, indiscreet act or remark. Gaffes commonly result in embarrassment and gaffes by celebrities become famous.
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Conchita · Tue Jan 17, 2006 17:24 pm *Gaffe vs blunder*

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