Solecism
(noun)
- A mistake in grammar, syntax, or vocabulary in speaking or writing.
- An incorrect or nonstandard usage in speech or writing.
- An instance of bad manners or etiquette.
Origin:
The word "solecism" comes from the latin word "solecismus" which is derived from greek "solekismos" meaning "a wrong action or speech" and "solekizein" meaning "to speak incorrectly.".
Examples:
- The solecism in her sentence made it difficult to understand her meaning.
- His solecism in grammar made his presentation hard to follow.
- The solecism in her speech was a distraction from her message.
- His solecism in punctuation made his written work hard to read.
- The solecism in his manners made him an unwelcome guest.