confusion

[kənˈfjuːʒən]

confusion Definition

• 1. a situation in which people are uncertain about what to do or are unable to understand something clearly
• 2. a feeling of uncertainty or lack of understanding

Using confusion: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "confusion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The instructions were written with such confusion that nobody could understand them.

• Example

  There was a lot of confusion at the airport due to the canceled flights.

• Example

  The new policy caused a lot of confusion among the employees.

confusion Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for confusion

• bewilderment
• perplexity
• muddle
• disorientation
• chaos

Antonyms for confusion

• clarity
• understanding

Phrases with confusion

• mass confusion

  a state of chaos and disorder affecting a large number of people

  Example

  The announcement of the new regulations caused mass confusion among the citizens.

• confusion reigns

  a situation where there is a lot of confusion and uncertainty

  Example

  After the sudden death of the CEO, confusion reigned in the company.

• throw into confusion

  to cause a situation to become chaotic and disordered

  Example

  The unexpected arrival of the guests threw the party into confusion.

Origins of confusion

from Latin 'confusio', meaning 'mingling, mixing, blending'

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Summary: confusion in Brief

Confusion [kənˈfjuːʒən] refers to a state of uncertainty or lack of understanding. It can be caused by unclear instructions or policies, as well as unexpected events. Examples include 'The instructions were written with such confusion that nobody could understand them.' and 'There was a lot of confusion at the airport due to the canceled flights.' Phrases like 'mass confusion' and 'throw into confusion' denote situations of chaos and disorder.