confusion
/kənˈfjuːʒən/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #5007 in the learning path
困惑；不明白
Definitions
n. A state of not understanding something clearly
困惑；不明白
n. A situation where things are mixed up or poorly organised
混淆；混乱
Example
He stared at the unfamiliar controls in confusion.
他困惑地盯着那些陌生的控制装置。
Clear instructions can reduce confusion among patients and help them take their medication safely.
清晰的说明能减少患者的困惑，帮助他们安全服药。
Collocations
- cause confusion
- avoid confusion
- clear up confusion
- confusion over
Word family
- confuse (v.)
- confused (adj.)
- confusing (adj.)
Synonyms
- bewilderment
Antonyms
- clarity
Usage tip
人感到困惑用confused；事物令人困惑用confusing。
FAQ
- What does confusion mean?
- A state of not understanding something clearly A situation where things are mixed up or poorly organised
- How is confusion pronounced?
- UK /kənˈfjuːʒən/, US /kənˈfjuːʒən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
