Synonyms of faux pas

faux pas

noun

ˈfō-ˌpä 

as in mistake

a socially improper or unsuitable act or remark

according to an oft-told story, the queen set a guest at ease about a faux pas by politely imitating it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mistake
• offence
• blunder
• error
• indiscretion
• gaffe
• familiarity
• gaff
• solecism
• impropriety
• offense
• fumble
• miscue
• flub
• misstep
• goof
• slipup
• slip
• lapse
• misconception
• stumble
• incivility
• discourtesy
• howler
• misstatement
• muff
• oversight
• misunderstanding
• miscalculation
• boner
• misjudgment
• misapprehension
• foul-up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• attention
• gesture
• courtesy
• formality
• form
• civility
• manners
• amenity
• pleasantry
• mores
• proprieties

Examples of faux pas in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Prioritizing Aesthetics Over Functionality Another common outdoor furniture faux pas is overlooking functionality in favor of aesthetics. —Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2024

These faux pas create a negative impression, signaling a lack of responsibility and respect for the interviewer's time. —Jack Kelly, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024

Despite the faux pas, Nicky Jam gave a passionate endorsement of the billionaire upon taking the microphone. —Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 20 Sep. 2024

Emily’s coat collection is perhaps the worst faux pas of the show since a Parisian would never dare to leave her apartment in a neon-yellow floral cropped jacket or lime green paisley patterned coat. —Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2024