cock-up
noun
ˈkäk-ˌəp 
British
: mess sense 3b
Word History
First Known Use
1946, in the meaning defined above
cock-ups
noun
as in shambles
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- shambles
- botches
- fiascoes
- messes
- debacles
- disasters
- catastrophes
- failures
- muddles
- washouts
- disappointments
- flops
- setbacks
- duds
- débâcles
- nonachievements
- letdowns
- bummers
- busts
- fizzles
- losses
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- successes
- triumphs
- achievements
- coups
- accomplishments
- babies
- miracles
- attainments
- winners
- hits
- victories
- acquirements
- gains
- conquests
- wins
- blockbusters
- megahits
- jackpots
- smashes