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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

malapropist

/məˈlæprɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does malapropist mean?

noun

A person who uses words incorrectly, often substituting a word with one that sounds similar but has a different meaning. A malapropist may use words in a way that is humorous or embarrassing.

Example

"The comedian's character was a malapropist who consistently used words like 'heir' instead of 'hair'."

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