English · Adjectives
confusing
/kənˈfjuː.zɪŋ/
[/kənˈfjuː.zɪŋ/]
puzzling, unclear
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Difficult to understand because it is not clear.
Example
The map was confusing, and we ended up walking in the wrong direction.
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.