Definition of confusion

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  • confusion is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • confusion is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • confusion is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of confusion

  • a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. discombobulation
  • a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior (noun)

    Examples

    1. a confusion of impressions

    Synonyms

    1. confusedness
    2. disarray
    3. mental confusion
    4. muddiness
  • a mistake that results from taking one thing to be another (noun)

    Examples

    1. he changed his name in order to avoid confusion with the notorious outlaw

    Synonyms

    1. mix-up
  • an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended (noun)

    Examples

    1. the confusion of tongues at the Tower of Babel
  • disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably (noun)

    Examples

    1. the army retreated in confusion

See definition of confusion in Merriam Webster