Meaning of confusing in English

1. Pronunciation

   /kənˈfjuzɪŋ/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   confusing

   Definitions

   1. causing confusion or disorientation

   Examples

   • « a confusing jumble of road signs »
   • « being hospitalized can be confusing and distressing for a small child »

   Synonyms

   • disorienting
2. 2. lacking clarity of meaning

   Examples

   • « causing confusion or perplexity »
   • « sent confusing signals to Iraq »
   • « perplexing to someone who knew nothing about it »
   • « a puzzling statement »

   Synonyms

   • unclear