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Meaning of confuse
to cause someone to feel uncertain or unclear about something
Etymology of confuse
The word "confuse" comes from the Latin "confusus", which is the past participle of "confundere", meaning "to pour together" or "to mix up"
Historically, the word has been used to describe a state of disorder or chaos, and has evolved to include a range of meanings related to uncertainty, unclearness, and disorientation
Synonyms
Definitions
- To cause someone to feel uncertain or unclear about something
- * To make something difficult to understand
- * To make someone feel disoriented or uncertain about their surroundings or situation
Usage Examples
- The complex instructions confused me, and I had to ask for help
- * The similar-looking products confused the customer, who ended up buying the wrong one
- * The noise and crowds confused the tourist, who got lost in the city