confused

Definition

  • adjective: unable to understand or think clearly
  • adjective: being perplexed or disconcerted

Examples

  • She 'was confused' by many of the scientific terms in the article.

  • He gave a 'confused' speech denying the accusations.

  • My feelings were hopelessly 'confused'. [='jumbled']

Movie quotes

  • (..) and steal a roll from a baker's shop. Well, you know, a freshly baked roll. I'm talking about love, and you're talking about your appetite. Easily confused. Now, do you know, um, Count Vronsky? Who? No. Why? He's your rival. He turned up from Petersburg after you left. Who is he? (..)
    2012 Anna Karenina