Gaffe

A gaffe is a verbal mistake made by a company or individual, usually in a social environment. The mistake comes from saying something that is true, but inappropriate. They commonly result in embarrassment or, when the gaffe has negative connotations, friction between people involved. Gaffes by celebrities and other people in the media spotlight quickly become famous. For example President Bush's gaffe See Bush Gaffe on BBC in which he apparently suggest that his administration is forever thinking up ways of harming the US and its people. He said "Our enemies are innovative and resourceful - and so are we," the US president told a high-level meeting of Pentagon officials.

Related Topics:
Social environment - Celebrities - President Bush

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

"They never stop thinking about new ways to harm our country and our people - and neither do we."

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Some gaffes are seen in a humorous way while others can cause great offence or problems for those involved. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh is often derided for saying inappropriate gaffes and has caused controversy with many of his remarks.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~