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CONFUSING

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

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There are 9 meanings of the word Confusing.

Confusing - as an adjective satellite

Causing confusion or disorientation

Example: "A confusing jumble of road signs"

Lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity

Example: "Sent confusing signals to iraq"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
perplexing22puzzling29

Confusing - as a verb

To puzzle, perplex, baffle, bewilder (somebody).

To mix up, muddle up (one thing with another); to mistake (one thing for another).

To mix thoroughly; to confound; to disorder.

To make uneasy and ashamed; to embarrass.

To rout; discomfit.

To be confused.

Confusing - as an adjective

Difficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic etc

Example: "Several sections in that book are really confusing."

Example Sentences

"The movie had a confusing plot that left the audience puzzled."
"The instructions for assembling the furniture were confusing and difficult to follow."
"His explanation of the concept was confusing and didn't make sense."
"The new tax regulations are confusing and require further clarification."
"The map of the city was confusing and led us in the wrong direction."
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Word Game Points

Is CONFUSING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, confusing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONFUSING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is CONFUSING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, confusing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONFUSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is CONFUSING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, confusing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONFUSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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