misstep

/M IH0 S S T EH1 P/

noun

1
A step that is wrong, a false step.
“On a high ledge, a misstep could be fatal.”
2
An error or mistake.
“His comment was a misstep that could cost him dearly.”

Synonyms

verb

1
To step badly or incorrectly.
“My dance partner misstepped and landed on my toe.”
2
To make an error or mistake.
“I don't want to misstep by offending them.”

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