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confuse

 

[ kənˈfjuːz ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

feeling

To cause someone to feel bewildered or perplexed.

Synonyms

baffle, bewilder, perplex

Examples of usage

  • He was confused by the instructions.
  • She was confused about what to do next.
Context #2 | Verb

understanding

To mix up or make unclear in the mind.

Synonyms

disorient, jumble, muddle

Examples of usage

  • Don't confuse the issue with irrelevant details.
  • The similar names often confuse people.
Context #3 | Noun

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

Etymology

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.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,210, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.