Words Like CONTRETEMPS

We have put together a list of words that are similar to CONTRETEMPS.

4 Alternative Words Similar to contretemps

1 Brush Noun      Synonym Words Like Brush
2 Clash Noun      Synonym Words Like Clash
3 Encounter Noun      Synonym Words Like Encounter
4 Skirmish Noun      Synonym Words Like Skirmish

5 definitions of contretemps

1 An unexpected and untoward event; an embarrassing conjuncture; a “hitch.”
2 In music, same as syncopation.
3 An unforeseen, inopportune, or embarrassing event; a hitch
4 An ill-timed pass.
5 an awkward clash
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