Botch: meaning, definitions and examples

Typically used to describe a job that was done poorly due to incompetence or lack of skill, often implying significant errors and a sloppy outcome. It has a negative connotation.

• 'He tried to fix the car himself, but he just botched the job
• ' 'The contractor botched the renovation, and now the kitchen looks worse than before
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Informal term used broadly to describe making an error or failing to do something correctly. It can apply to minor or major mistakes and is commonly used in everyday conversation. It has a negative connotation but can be less formal.

• 'He really messed up the project by not following the instructions
• ' 'If you mess up again, there will be serious consequences
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Refers to developing or carrying out tasks in a clumsy or inept way, highlighting ongoing incompetence or frequent mistakes. It implies a lack of skill and has a negative implication.

• 'His bungling attempts at cooking resulted in a burned meal
• ' 'The bungling thief tripped the alarm while trying to escape
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Used to describe a serious mistake usually caused by carelessness, confusion, or a lack of judgment. It often refers to an error with noticeable consequences and has a negative feel.

• 'The company's financial blunder cost them millions
• ' 'She realized her blunder the moment she hit send on the wrong email
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Used to describe a task or job that has been done badly or carelessly.

• He tried to fix the leak himself, but he made a complete botch of it
• The amateur painter botched the mural

Used when referring to the overall inability to achieve a goal or objective.

• The project was deemed a failure after it did not meet its targets
• He felt like a failure after not passing the exam

General term for an error, often unintentional, and can vary in severity.

• I made a mistake by forgetting to save the document
• It was a mistake to leave the door unlocked

Describes a situation that has gone very wrong in a chaotic or absurd way, often used humorously.

• The event was supposed to raise funds, but it turned into a complete fiasco
• Their attempt at baking a cake without a recipe ended in a fiasco