What is another word for malaprop?
Pronunciation: [mˈale͡ɪpɹˌɒp] (IPA) 
The word malaprop is a term that refers to the misuse of words, typically resulting in a humorous or absurd effect. There are several synonyms for malaprop that describe similar language mishaps. These include solecism, which refers to a grammatical or rhetorical mistake, and misusage, which refers to the incorrect use of language. Another synonymous term is gaffe, which is used to describe a social or diplomatic blunder, often involving language. Additionally, the term blooper can be used to describe a spoken or written mistake that causes embarrassment or amusement. However, malaprop remains the most commonly used term to describe humorous but incorrect word usage.
