Botch

usgb/bɑːtʃ/
verb

To make a mistake or mess up while doing something.

I botched the assignment because I misunderstood the instructions.
Visual representation of "botch" - To make a mistake or mess up while doing something.
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Visual representation of "botch"
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Action Errors

Use 'botch' when someone does a task incorrectly due to errors in action, not just bad thinking.

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He botched the painting by using the wrong brushes.
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Avoid Exaggeration

'Botch' often implies a serious error, not a small or trivial mishap.

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We can't turn in our project like this; we've completely botched the calculations!
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Casual Tone

Often found in informal speech; not typical for formal writing.

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Oh no, I’ve botched up the whole recipe now!
Visual representation of the word "Botch"

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