Meaning & Definition of word "Confused"
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Confused
/kənˈfjuzd/
verb:
- 1. to make someone unable to think clearly or to mix up.
- Example: The constant changes in the schedule confused the students.
- 2. to mistake one thing for another.
- Example: He confused the two similar-sounding names during the presentation.
adjective:
- 1. unable to think clearly; bewildered.
- Example: She looked confused when I asked her a question she didn't expect.
- 2. mixed up or unclear in meaning.
- Example: The instructions were so confused that I didn't know what to do.
Etymology
Middle English, past participle of confuse, from Latin 'confundere' to pour together, confound
Common Phrases and Expressions
confused about:
unsure or unclear regarding a specific issue or subject.
confused look:
a facial expression reflecting bewilderment or uncertainty.
confused state of mind:
a mental condition where clarity of thought is lacking.
Related Words
confusion:
a lack of understanding or uncertainty about something.
confound:
to mix up or confuse, especially in a way that is surprising.
Slang Meanings of confused
Meaning: lost
Example Sentence: I was so lost during the lecture, I felt completely confused.
Meaning: mixed up
Example Sentence: I'm all mixed up about what we're supposed to do next.