mishap
Translation
mishap, minor accident, unlucky event
Examples
The trip was completed without mishap.
The trip was completed without mishap.
There was a slight mishap with the cake.
There was a slight mishap with the cake.
Grammar Patterns
((without mishap)) without any problems or accidents The event went off without mishap.
((a slight mishap)) a small accident or problem We had a slight mishap on the way here.
Similar Words
Synonyms: accident, incident, mischance; Antonyms: success, triumph
Etymology
From the prefix 'mis-' (bad) and the old word 'hap' (chance, luck). It means a 'bad chance' or unlucky event.
Memory Tips
Think of it as something that 'happens' by 'mis'-take. It's a small, unfortunate accident.