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Meaning of addle
The primary meaning of the word "addle" is to make someone confused or disoriented.
Etymology of addle
The word "addle" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, where it was used to describe something that was spoiled or rotten
The modern usage of the word to describe confusion or disorientation emerged in the 16th century
The word is related to the Old English word "adl", which means "liquid filth" or "mire", and the Middle English word "adlen", which means "to spoil" or "to corrupt"
Synonyms
confused
disoriented
bewildered
perplexed
puzzled
baffled
flummoxed
mystified
stunned
dazed
dizzy
groggy
muddled
befogged
fuddled
addled
mixed-up
upside-down
backwards
sidetracked
distracted
preoccupied
absorbed
engrossed
entranced
mesmerized
spellbound
bedazzled
nonplussed
discombobulated
flabbergasted
astonished
amazed
astounded
Definitions
- To make someone confused or disoriented, typically due to a blow to the head or intoxication
- To confuse or disorient someone's mind or thoughts
- To spoil or corrupt something, especially a liquid, by adding something to it
Usage Examples
- The boxer was addled by the punch and stumbled around the ring
- The complex instructions addled my brain and I couldn't figure out how to assemble the furniture
- The chef was addled by the numerous orders and started to mix up the dishes