The Open Dictionary

confusion

noun

UK/kənˈfjuː.ʒᵊn/
US/kənˈfjuː.ʒᵊn/

Definitions of confusion noun

  1. B2CountableUncountable

    a state of uncertainty and lack of understanding about what is happening or what to do

    • There appears to be some confusion regarding who will be giving the presentation.

    • To prevent any confusion, the twins never wear identical outfits.

    • The confusion about the meeting time resulted in some people arriving late.

  2. B2Uncountable

    a chaotic situation, often involving much activity and noise, where people are unsure of what to do

    • Amidst the confusion following the accident, many people were running around, unsure of what to do.

    • I couldn't find my friend in the confusion of the party.

    • In the confusion after the game, the fans poured into the streets.