ALL meanings of contretemps
con·tre·temps
C c - countable noun contretemps A contretemps is a small disagreement that is rather embarrassing. 3
- noun contretemps an awkward or difficult situation or mishap 3
- noun contretemps a feint made with the purpose of producing a counterthrust from one's opponent 3
- noun contretemps a small disagreement that is rather embarrassing 3
- noun contretemps an inopportune happening causing confusion or embarrassment; awkward mishap 3
- noun contretemps dispute, run-in 1
- noun contretemps disruptive event 1
- noun plural contretemps an inopportune occurrence; an embarrassing mischance: He caused a minor contretemps by knocking over his drink. 1
- noun contretemps An unexpected and unfortunate occurrence. 1
- noun contretemps An unforeseen, inopportune, or embarrassing event; a hitch. 0
- noun contretemps (fencing) An ill-timed pass. 0