Confusément (en. Confusedly)
/kɔ̃.fy.ze.mɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adverb
In a manner that creates confusion or uncertainty.
The instructions were given confusedly, which led to mistakes.
Les instructions étaient données confusément, ce qui a entraîné des erreurs.
Due to uncertainty or a lack of clarity.
He spoke confusedly, making the conversation difficult to follow.
Il a parlé confusément, rendant la conversation difficile à suivre.
With a lack of precision or consistency.
The author writes confusedly, and it is hard to grasp his point.
L'auteur écrit confusément, et on a du mal à saisir son propos.
Etymology
Derived from 'confus', from the Latin 'confusus', with the suffix '-ment' indicating a manner.
Common Phrases and Expressions
confusedly explained
To explain something in a unclear manner.
confusément expliqué
to speak confusedly
To express oneself without clarity, causing confusion.
parler confusément
Related Words
confused
Lacking clarity, order, or precision.
confus
confusion
The condition of what is confused, mixed, or troubled.
confusion
to confuse
To mix things, making them indistinguishable.
confondre
Slang Meanings
In a muddled way.
He tossed that out confusedly, and we didn't understand anything.
Il a balancé ça confusément, et on n'a rien compris.
Blindly.
She decided to mix up the plans confusedly and improvise.
Elle a décidé de confondre les plans confusément et de improviser.