bloomer

[bloo-mer] / ˈblu mər /

NOUN

blunder

Synonyms

STRONG

blooper boner bungle error fumble goof mistake muff stumble

WEAK

faux pas

Antonyms

STRONG

accuracy certainty correction truth

Example Sentences

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A 64-year-old late bloomer who arrived in Bloomington with a cocky press conference and group of James Madison transfers, Cignetti delivered swagger, talent and a gift for navigating college football’s turbulent, transfer-happy economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026

Merrill Kelly, 37, SP, 2.9, 15.8: A late bloomer who became a stalwart starter for the Diamondbacks for years, Kelly might be restricted to a two-year deal because of his age.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025

Yet the 29-year-old appears to be a relative late bloomer rather than someone entering the twilight of his career.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2025

Dimsdale was a late bloomer when it came to music.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2025

“You’re a late bloomer, that’s all. Winston Churchill was a late bloomer and so are you.”

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman