Confuse: meaning, definitions and examples
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confuse
[ kənˈfjuːz ]
feeling
To cause someone to feel bewildered or perplexed.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He was confused by the instructions.
- She was confused about what to do next.
understanding
To mix up or make unclear in the mind.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Don't confuse the issue with irrelevant details.
- The similar names often confuse people.
emotion
A feeling of uncertainty or lack of clarity.
Synonyms
bewilderment, perplexity, uncertainty
Examples of usage
- Her expression showed her confusion.
- I am in a state of confusion about my future.
Translations
Translations of the word "confuse" in other languages:
🇵🇹 confundir
🇮🇳 भ्रमित करना
🇩🇪 verwirren
🇮🇩 membingungkan
🇺🇦 заплутати
🇵🇱 zmylić
🇯🇵 混乱させる (konran saseru)
🇫🇷 confondre
🇪🇸 confundir
🇹🇷 kafasını karıştırmak
🇰🇷 혼란스럽게 하다
🇸🇦 تشوش
🇨🇿 zmást
🇸🇰 zmiasť
🇨🇳 困惑 (kùnhuò)
🇸🇮 zmešati
🇮🇸 rugla
🇰🇿 шатастыру
🇬🇪 დაბნევა
🇦🇿 qarışdırmaq
🇲🇽 confundir
Word origin
The word 'confuse' originated from the Latin word 'confundere', which means 'to mix together, confuse'. The term has been used in English since the 14th century. Over the years, 'confuse' has maintained its core meaning of causing a lack of clarity or understanding. It has been a common word in the English language, reflecting the human experience of feeling bewildered or perplexed.