What is another word for screwing up?

Pronunciation: [skɹˈuːɪŋ ˈʌp] (IPA)

There are many synonyms for the term "screwing up," including making mistakes, blundering, messing up, botching, flubbing, messing things up, fouling up, dropping the ball, and bungling. These words indicate that someone has not performed an action in the correct manner or made a decision that has negatively impacted the outcome. They can be used interchangeably in many cases and provide a way to describe the actions of an individual who has failed in a task or responsibility. Using synonyms for "screwing up" can help to communicate the situation in a more nuanced and descriptive way.

What are the hypernyms for Screwing up?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Screwing up

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