confusion
Pronunciation
/kənˈfjuʒən/

Definition & Meaning of "confusion"in English

Confusion
01

a state of being confused and not having a clear understanding of an action, behavior, etc.

confusion definition and meaning
Examples
The student 's confusion was evident when he could n't solve the math problem.
02

a state of disorder in which people panic and do not know what to do

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
confusions
Examples
The sudden loud noise caused confusion among the crowd.
03

a mistake resulting from mistaking one thing for another

Examples
There was confusion between the two similar files.
04

an act or process that blends or mixes elements so that identities are lost and distinctions are unclear

Examples
The artwork created confusion of colors and shapes.
05

a feeling of embarrassment or self-consciousness that leaves one uncertain or disoriented

Examples
His sudden compliment caused confusion.
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