confusion

Word parts

confuse + -ion

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /kənˈfjuːʒən/

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Noun

Singular confusion

Plural confusions

1. (uncountable) Confusion is a feeling you get when things are unclear or you don't understand.

   The snow storm caused great confusion at the airport where many planes were unable to take off or land.

   The confusion in the last act of "The Marriage of Figaro" usually makes the audience laugh.

Related words

• confuse
• confused

Emotions or feelings (edit)

anger - confusion - embarrassment - envy - fear - happiness - hate - love - regret - sadness - shame - surprise - worry