Gaffe and Strictness

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Gaffe noun - An unintentional departure from truth or accuracy.

Usage example: so-called debates, which were mainly about seeing which candidate made the most gaffes

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Strictness is an antonym for gaffe.

Nearby Words: gaff, gaffed, gaffer, gaffing

Strictness noun - The quality or state of being demanding or unyielding (as in discipline or criticism).

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Gaffe is an antonym for strictness.

Nearby Words: strict, strictly

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