definition of
confusion

[1] #1 confusion n. disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably; "the army retreated in confusion". wn

[2] #2 confusion n. [mental confusion, confusedness, muddiness, disarray] a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior; "a confusion of impressions". wn

[3] #3 confusion n. [discombobulation] a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused. wn

[4] #4 confusion n. an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended; "the confusion of tongues at the Tower of Babel". wn

[5] #5 confusion n. [mix-up] a mistake that results from taking one thing to be another; "he changed his name in order to avoid confusion with the notorious outlaw". wn