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The state of being bewildered or unclear in one's mind about something
“One should not sow confusion in the minds of our young, denying them the inner strength that comes from a clearly held belief.”
A situation of panic or disorder
“Elvis' refusal to reappear for one last encore would cause great confusion in the crowd.”
A disorganized or messy state
“The final result was a total confusion in the layout of the streets and flow of traffic.”
Uncertainty about what is happening, intended, or required
“There is much confusion over what actually transpired on that fateful day.”
A disorderly jumble
“The result was a confusion of schools, often of the wrong size and sometimes in the wrong place.”
A state of being nervous, anxious, or irritated
“Between them sat my friend the curate, looking in speechless confusion at a plate of muffins placed exactly opposite to him.”
A complicated or problematical situation
A misunderstanding or misinterpretation of something
A state of uncertainty or indecisiveness
A delusion, a false hope
The interruption of a settled and peaceful condition
The act or process of obfuscating for deceptive purposes
Lacking in coherent logic or sense
Lack of preciseness in thought or communication
A doubt about the truth or validity of something
The quality or state of being vague in meaning
An inner struggle marked by confusion, purposelessness, and blurred roles
The state or quality of being complex
A lack of interest, intelligence or understanding in a given topic or subject
Cultural upheaval causing alienation, anxiety, and confusion
Incoherence, inconsistency, or confusion in speech or thought
Emotional or mental shock or distress, which may lead to long-term neurosis
An unexpected development or turn of events
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