Bungle

usgb/ˈbʌŋɡl/
verb

To do something in a clumsy, inefficient, or foolish manner.

He bungled the job and had to do it over again.
Visual representation of "bungle" - To do something in a clumsy, inefficient, or foolish manner.

Often appears as...

  • bungle the job
  • bungle an opportunity
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Negative Outcome

Using 'bungle' implies a task ended with poor results due to incompetence.

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She bungled her solo performance, forgetting the lyrics midway.
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Informal Usage

'Bungle' is informal and best used in casual conversation or writing.

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I can't believe I bungled my driving test again!
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Subtle Sarcasm

It can carry a light sarcastic tone, gently mocking the poor execution.

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Nice job bungling the dinner plans, now we have no reservations.
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