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gaffe vs faux pas

faux pas vs gaffe

gaffe and faux pas both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gaffe Yes No No No
faux pas Yes No No No
As nouns, gaffe and faux pas are synonyms defined as:
  • gaffe and faux pas: a socially awkward or tactless act
Other synonyms of gaffe include gaucherie, slip, solecism.
gaffe (noun) faux pas (noun)
a socially awkward or tactless act a socially awkward or tactless act
Difference between gaffe and faux pas

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