confusing
[ kuhn-fyoo-zing ]
/ kənˈfyu zɪŋ /
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adjective
causing or tending to cause confusion: a confusing attempt at explanation.
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QUIZ YOURSELF ON “THEIR,” “THERE,” AND “THEY’RE”
Are you aware how often people swap around “their,” “there,” and “they’re”? Prove you have more than a fair grasp over these commonly confused words.
Question 1 of 7
Which one of these commonly confused words can act as an adverb or a pronoun?
OTHER WORDS FROM confusing
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confusing
/ (kənˈfjuːzɪŋ) /
adjective
causing bewilderment; difficult to follow; puzzling
Derived forms of confusing
confusingly, adverbCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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