CONTRETEMPS

contretemps

(noun) an awkward clash; “he tried to smooth over his contretemps with the policeman”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

contretemps (plural contretemps)

An unforeseen, inopportune, or embarrassing event; a hitch

(fencing) An ill-timed pass.

Synonyms

• (unforeseen or embarrassing event): hitch, mishap

Source: Wiktionary

Con`tre*temps", n. Etym: [F., fr. contre (L. conta) + temps time, fr. L. tempus.]

Definition: An unexpected and untoward accident; something inopportune or embarassing; a hitch. In this unhappy contretemps. De Quincey.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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