confusing
/kənˈfjuːzɪŋ/
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Meaning · English
difficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic, etc.
Adjective
Examples
Several sections in that book are really confusing.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “confusing” mean?
difficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic, etc.
Is “confusing” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.