blooper

/ˈbloʊpər/

Definitions

1. noun

a mistake, especially one that is embarrassing or serious enough to be publicly acknowledged, such as a mistake in a film or television production.

“The film’s blooper reel was a hilarious collection of mistakes made during filming.”

2. verb

to make a mistake, especially one that is embarrassing or serious enough to be publicly acknowledged.

“The actor bloopered his line and had to start again.”

Synonyms

  • faux pas
  • gaffe

Antonyms

  • accomplishment
  • success