malapropism
(mal-a-prop-ism)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. the unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar
Example Sentence
Her malapropism caused us all to laugh.
Synonyms
word misuse; misuse of words; word confusion
Antonyms
correct word usage
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