gaffe vs inaccuracy

gaffe

noun
  • A foolish and embarrassing error, especially one made in public. 

inaccuracy

noun
  • The property of being inaccurate; lack of accuracy. 

  • Incorrect calibration of a measuring device, or incorrect use; lack of precision. 

  • A statement, passage etc. that is inaccurate or false. 

  • A move that is considered suboptimal, but not as bad as a blunder. 

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