confusing — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

confusing (/kənˈfjuː.zɪŋ/)

adjective  ·  Intermediate  ·  Adjectives

🔊 /kənˈfjuː.zɪŋ/

Meaning

Meaning: puzzling, unclear

Difficult to understand because it is not clear.

Examples

🗣 The map was confusing, and we ended up walking in the wrong direction.

Etymology

From the verb ‘confuse’ (Latin ‘confundere’, to pour together) plus ‘-ing’.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes unclear instructions, signs, or situations.

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Tags: clarity, negative

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