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confusing

adjective

Lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity

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Word length
9
Starts with
C
Ends with
G
Contains
ON
Scrabble score
15
CEFR level
B1

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adjective

  1. Lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity

    “Sent confusing signals to Iraq”

adjective

  1. Causing confusion or disorientation

    “A confusing jumble of road signs”

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Sent confusing signals to Iraq
Perplexing to someone who knew nothing about it
A puzzling statement
A confusing jumble of road signs
Being hospitalized can be confusing and distressing for a small child

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