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confusion
noun(con-fu-sion)a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused
Synonyms: discombobulation,
confusion
noun(con-fu-sion)a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior
Examples:
A confusion of impressions.
confusion
noun(con-fu-sion)a mistake that results from taking one thing to be another
Synonyms: mix-up,
Examples:
He changed his name in order to avoid confusion with the notorious outlaw.
confusion
noun(con-fu-sion)an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended
Examples:
The confusion of tongues at the Tower of Babel.
confusion
noun(con-fu-sion)disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably
Examples:
The army retreated in confusion.