confusion

Definition

  • n. disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably
  • n. a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior
  • n. a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused
  • n. an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended

Word forms

Plural
confusions

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The sudden change in plans caused a lot of confusion among the team members.

  2. n.

    The instructions were full of confusion, making it hard to understand what to do.