Confusion

usgb/kənˈfjuːʒn/
noun

Being unsure, unclear or mixed up.

There was confusion about the meeting's time.
Visual representation of "confusion" - Being unsure, unclear or mixed up.

Often appears as...

  • cause confusion
  • create confusion
Definition 1 of 4
Visual representation of "confusion"
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Situational Use

Used when events or information cause uncertainty in a specific situation.

Illustration for Situational Use
The power outage added confusion to the crowded theater.
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Common Misuse

Don't say 'confusion of' to refer to debates; 'confusion about' is correct.

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There's a lot of confusion about the new schedule.
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Emotional Impact

Can express frustration when plans go wrong or misunderstandings happen.

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Her sudden departure caused confusion among us.
Visual representation of the word "Confusion"

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