Definitions

foot-in-mouth

[foot-n-mouth] / ˈfʊt nˈmaʊθ /

ADJECTIVE

inappropriate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disproportionate improper incorrect irrelevant tasteless unseemly unsuitable wrong

WEAK

bad form garbage ill-fitted ill-suited ill-timed inapplicable inapropos incongruous inconsonant indecorous inept left-field malapropos off out of line out of place unbecoming unbefitting undue unfit unfitting unmeet unseasonable untimely way-off wrong number

Antonyms

STRONGEST

appropriate correct decent fitting good moral proper right suitable

WEAK

ADJECTIVE

incautious

Synonyms

WEAK

any old way bold brash careless caught napping devil-may-care fast-and-loose hasty heedless hotheaded ill-advised ill-judged impetuous improvident imprudent impulsive inconsiderate indiscreet injudicious madcap neglectful negligent off guard pay no mind playing with fire precipitate rash reckless regardless sticking one's neck out thoughtless unalert unguarded unmindful unthinking unvigilant unwatchful wary wide open

Antonyms

WEAK

careful cautious discreet thoughtful

Example Sentences

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A series of foot-in-mouth appearances early in the administration shook Harris’ confidence, which led to further missteps, which threw her further off keel.

From Los Angeles Times

What we are witnessing is another chronic flare-up of celebrity foot-in-mouth disease in the social media age.

From Salon

Similarly, may I offer my gratitude to "Curb Your Enthusiasm" actor Jeff Garlin for his recent public attack of acute TMI, a symptom of foot-in-mouth disease?

From Salon

Tucker Carlson suffers from foot-in-mouth syndrome.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s an amusingly awkward reunion; she barely remembers him, and Ryan, now a pediatric surgeon, has a severe case of foot-in-mouth disease.

From Los Angeles Times

foot-in-mouth

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