Defect and Gaffe

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Defect noun - Something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing.

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Gaffe and defect are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gaffe" instead a noun "Defect".

Gaffe noun - A socially improper or unsuitable act or remark.

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Defect and gaffe are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defect" instead a noun "Gaffe".

Nearby Words: gaff, gaffed, gaffer, gaffing

common	common defect	common gaffe
serious	serious defect	serious gaffe
infamous	infamous defect	infamous gaffe
social	social defect	social gaffe
Other adjectives: major, intentional, audio.

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