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scrambled

 

[ ˈskræmbəld ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

puzzle

Confused or disordered; mixed up.

Synonyms

confused, jumbled, mixed up

Examples of usage

  • The letters were all scrambled and I couldn't make out any words.
  • His thoughts were all scrambled after the intense brainstorming session.
Context #2 | Verb

eggs

To mix together haphazardly.

Synonyms

mix, stir, toss

Examples of usage

  • She scrambled the eggs in a hurry before heading out.
  • The chef scrambled the ingredients in the pan.

Translations

Translations of the word "scrambled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mexido

🇮🇳 उलझा हुआ

🇩🇪 durcheinander

🇮🇩 acak-acakan

🇺🇦 перемішаний

🇵🇱 pomieszany

🇯🇵 かき混ぜた (kakimazeta)

🇫🇷 brouillé

🇪🇸 revuelto

🇹🇷 karışık

🇰🇷 뒤섞인 (duiseokin)

🇸🇦 مختلط (mukhtalit)

🇨🇿 míchaný

🇸🇰 miešaný

🇨🇳 混合的 (hùnhé de)

🇸🇮 mešan

🇮🇸 blandað

🇰🇿 араласқан

🇬🇪 გადაური (gadauri)

🇦🇿 qarışıq

🇲🇽 revuelto

Etymology

The word 'scrambled' originated from the Middle English word 'scramblen', which meant to mangle. Over time, it evolved to mean mixed up or confused. The term 'scramble' has been used in various contexts, from puzzles to cooking, reflecting its versatile nature.

See also: scramble, scrambling, unscramble, unscrambling.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,117, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.