Misstepping: meaning, definitions and examples
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misstepping
[ ˌmɪsˈtɛpɪŋ ]
making a mistake
Misstepping refers to the action of making a mistake or error in judgment, often due to a miscalculation or misunderstanding. It can also imply a physical misstep, such as stumbling or tripping while walking.
Synonyms
blunder, err, miscalculate, stumble
Examples of usage
- He went for a run but ended up misstepping and twisting his ankle.
- In her presentation, she misstepped on a few details, leading to confusion among the audience.
- The dancer misstepped during the performance, but quickly recovered.
- She was careful not to misstep in her conversation with the director.
Translations
Translations of the word "misstepping" in other languages:
🇵🇹 passo em falso
🇮🇳 गलती से कदम रखना
🇩🇪 Fehltritt
🇮🇩 langkah salah
🇺🇦 невірний крок
🇵🇱 fałszywy krok
🇯🇵 踏み外し
🇫🇷 fausse étape
🇪🇸 paso erróneo
🇹🇷 yanlış adım
🇰🇷 잘못된 발걸음
🇸🇦 خطوة خاطئة
🇨🇿 chybné kroky
🇸🇰 chybný krok
🇨🇳 错误的步骤
🇸🇮 napačen korak
🇮🇸 rangur skref
🇰🇿 қате қадам
🇬🇪 ცუდი ნაბიჯი
🇦🇿 səhv addım
🇲🇽 paso erróneo
Etymology
The term 'misstep' is derived from the prefix 'mis-', which implies wrongness or error, combined with 'step', which originates from the Old English word 'stæpe', meaning the action of stepping. The use of 'mis-' has been prominent since the early Middle Ages to indicate a mistake or erroneous action. The word 'step' has maintained its meaning related to a stride or movement of the foot. 'Misstepping' as a gerund form emphasizes the continuous nature of the action, suggesting ongoing mistakes or miscalculations. The concept of misstepping is applicable in various contexts, including physical movement, decision-making, and more abstract situations. Over time, 'misstep' and its variations have become common in English, often used to highlight social faux pas, errors in judgment, and the human capacity for mistakes.