Slip

To slip primarily means to slide unintentionally, losing balance and control, often on a wet or uneven surface. It can also refer to a mistake or error, especially in speech or writing. Furthermore, 'slip' can denote a small piece of paper, often used for notes or a woman's undergarment. It describes a subtle movement or decrease, as in a slip in performance or a gradual decline. Additionally, 'slip' signifies the act of escaping unnoticed or discreetly avoiding a situation. This versatility makes 'slip' a word with numerous nuanced meanings depending on context.

Slip meaning with examples

• Walking on the icy sidewalk, she didn't see the patch of black ice and took a nasty slip, landing hard on her tailbone. Despite the embarrassment, she managed to get up and continue her walk, a little more cautiously. Afterward, she sought medical attention for some bruising and sprains from the unexpected slip and fall.
• During the important presentation, he suffered a slip of the tongue, accidentally revealing confidential information. He immediately corrected himself, but the damage was done; the slip caused audible gasps among the attendees and the moment became a trending topic on social media. He had to send a quick email to apologize to the stakeholders.
• She carefully wrote a note on a small slip of paper, reminding herself of the grocery list to buy after work. She tucked the slip into her pocket to not forget, and thought she could finally go home knowing the ingredients for her family's special dinner were all set. Fortunately, she did not lose her slip.
• The company experienced a slip in profits during the final quarter due to the economic downturn. Despite implementing several initiatives, the slip continued into the next period. The board of directors began to express concern, pushing the CEO to give an explanation for the financial slip of their company, to improve the bottom line.

Slip Synonyms

blunder, decline, decree, drop (in value/performance), error, escape, evade, gaffe, lose balance, mistake, note, oversight, scrap, skid, slide, sneak away, stumble, trip

Slip Antonyms

accuracy, attract attention, balance, be exposed, be noticed, increase, recover, rise, stand firmly, success, truth

Slip Crossword Answers

3 Letters

ERR, LET, COW

4 Letters

SKID, EASE, GOOF, FLUB, TRIP, SLEW, SLUE, CASE

5 Letters

BERTH, ERROR, LAPSE, WHARF, SLIDE, SHIFT, TEDDY, STRIP, SLICK, STEAL, SNEAK, GAFFE, SPLAY

6 Letters

FALTER, SHIMMY, MISCUE, SLIPUP, LUXATE, BOOBOO, WORSEN

7 Letters

REGRESS, MISTAKE, FAUXPAS, ERRATUM, DECLINE, MISSTEP, BLUNDER, STUMBLE, CHEMISE, CUTTING, ELUDING, ELUSION, MOORAGE, MOORING, DROPOFF

8 Letters

SIDESLIP, SOLECISM, DROPAWAY, FALLAWAY

9 Letters

PETTICOAT, SLICKNESS, GAUCHERIE, DISLOCATE

10 Letters

PECCADILLO, UNDERSKIRT, INACCURACY, PARAPRAXIS, PILLOWSLIP, PILLOWCASE

11 Letters

SLIPOFPAPER

12 Letters

INDISCRETION, INADVERTENCY, UNDERGARMENT, SLIPPERINESS, SLIPONESMIND

16 Letters

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