botched (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /bɒtʃt/

Definition

Performed a task badly or clumsily, often ruining it.

Examples

• The plumber completely botched the repair, and now the sink is worse than before.

• He tried to cut his own hair, but he botched it badly.

• The company botched the product launch, leading to customer complaints.

How to Use botched

botch up (phrasal verb)

To do something badly or clumsily. — "He really botched up the presentation, forgetting half his points."

Synonyms of botched

Words with a similar meaning to botched:

• mishandled
• bungled
• ruined
• messed up

Antonyms of botched

Words with the opposite meaning to botched:

• perfected
• succeeded
• accomplished

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