goof
0 antonyms and opposites of goof, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A mistake or blunder.
How to use goof
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
goof around
goof off
goof up
Etymology
Likely from dialectal English "goff," meaning a foolish clown, itself of uncertain deeper origin.
Full origin of goof →Frequently asked questions
What does “goof” mean?
The word “goof” means a mistake or blunder. In plain terms, a blunder, a silly person, or the act of messing around or making a mistake.
How do you pronounce “goof”?
“Goof” is pronounced goof (/ɡuːf/ in IPA).
How do you use “goof” in a sentence?
Here is “goof” used in a sentence: “That was a minor goof — nobody even noticed.”
What part of speech is “goof”?
Depending on how it is used, “goof” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “goof” have?
“Goof” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a mistake or blunder.