Confound it/you!

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interjection

Used to express anger or frustration.

Confound it! I've lost my keys again.
Visual representation of "confound it/you!" - Used to express anger or frustration.

Often appears as...

  • confound it all
  • confound it man

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

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Visual representation of "confound it/you!"
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Emotional Intensity

The phrase adds strong emotion, often without genuine anger.

Illustration for Emotional Intensity
Confound it! That’s the third time this week.
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Archaic Mildness

Considered old-fashioned and milder than modern swear words.

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Oh, confound it! I missed the bus again.
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Humorous Temper

Sometimes used humorously to mock frustration.

Illustration for Humorous Temper
Confound it, where have those elves hidden my shoes?
Visual representation of the word "Confound it/you!"

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