malaprop

[US]/ˈmæl.ə.prɒp/
[UK]/ˈmæl.ə.prɑːp/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.humorously misused word
n.ridiculous misuse of words (equal to malapropism)
Word Forms
Pluralmalaprops

Phrases & Collocations

malaprop moment

malaprop error

malaprop usage

malaprop joke

malaprop slip

malaprop phrase

malaprop speech

malaprop comment

malaprop statement

malaprop blunder

Example Sentences

his malapropisms always make everyone laugh.

she used a malaprop in her speech that confused the audience.

malapropisms can sometimes change the meaning of a sentence completely.

he didn't realize his malaprop was offensive.

using a malaprop in a formal setting can be embarrassing.

her malaprop during the interview made her seem unprepared.

the comedian is known for his clever use of malapropisms.

he often confuses words, resulting in funny malapropisms.

malapropisms can add humor to a conversation.

her tendency to use malapropisms makes her unique.

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