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Definition of confusion

confusion

/kənˈfjuːʒən/
con · fu · sion
Adverb:confusedly
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Plural:confusions
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Adjective:confused
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confusion Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A state of mental uncertainty or lack of clear understanding about a situation, instruction, or topic.

Example

"To avoid any confusion about the schedule, the coordinator sent a detailed itinerary to every participant."

2

A disorderly, chaotic, or disorganized situation or state of affairs.

Example

"The sudden power outage threw the busy train station into complete confusion."

3

The act or instance of mistaking one person or thing for another.

Example

"The similarity between their last names frequently leads to a confusion of their mail at the front desk."

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• Rhymes for confusion

• Nearby Words

confusedness
confusing
confusingly
confusion
confute
conga
congeal

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French confusion, from Latin confusionem ('a mingling, disorder'), a noun of action from confundere ('to pour together, mingle, or confound').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Confusion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/confusion
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