confusion

Definition

A lack of clarity or order.

Etymology

From Middle English confusioun, from Old French confusion, from Latin confusio, confusionem. Morphologically confuse + -ion.

Example Sentences

• "But much of the federal workforce is located outside the nation’s capital, and Trump’s offer was met with confusion and skepticism in many of those offices."
• "Forgive these wild and wandering cries, ⁠Confusions of a wasted youth; ⁠Forgive them where they fail in truth, And in thy wisdom make me wise."
• "The confusion of sexual orientation and gender identity leads to discrimination and stereotyping."

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