Bungle - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Definition:
To carry out a task clumsily or incompetently, resulting in mistakes or failure.
Synonyms:
botch, flub, mishandle, muff
Part of Speech:
verb, noun
Antonyms:
succeed, accomplish
Common Collocations:
bungle a job, bungle an opportunity, bungle the task
Derivatives:
bungler, bungling
Usage Tips:
Use "bungle" to describe careless mistakes in tasks; often implies lack of skill or attention.
Common Phrases:
make a bungle of, bungle one's way through, a royal bungle
Etymology:
Originated in the 16th century; possibly from Old Norse "banga" (to hammer) or imitative of clumsy action.
Examples:
- 1. He managed to bungle the simple instructions.
- 2. Don’t let nerves make you bungle the presentation.
- 3. The team’s bungle cost them the game.
- 4. She tends to bungle tasks when rushed.