misstep//ˈmɪsˌstɛp//B2Frequency Level 12NeutralNounmisstepSingularmisstepsPlural1A wrong or clumsy step, especially one that causes a stumble or fall.A misstep on the wet stairs caused her to fall.2A mistake or error in judgment, conduct, or action.One misstep could ruin his entire career.SynonymblundererrorslipAntonymsuccess
