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

Toney has, however, been a bit of a late bloomer.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2025

Dimsdale was a late bloomer when it came to music.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2025

Shortly afterward, Harriet had someone write a letter to Franklin B. Sanborn in Boston, asking for a bloomer dress because long skirts were a handicap on an expedition.

From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry