confusion
/kənˈfjuːʒən/
noun
- A state of being unable to think clearly or understand something; lack of clarity.
- His confusion about the assignment led him to complete the wrong task.
- The sudden change in plans caused confusion among the team members.
- There was total confusion in the classroom when the fire alarm went off.
- A situation in which things are mixed up or mistaken for one another.
- There is often confusion between the words 'affect' and 'effect'.
- The confusion of names in the database led to several misdirected emails.
- To avoid confusion, please label each box clearly.
- A disorderly state; chaos or turmoil.
- The stock market fell into confusion after the unexpected announcement.
- Confusion reigned in the streets as the parade route was suddenly changed.
- The room was in complete confusion after the children's birthday party.
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