confusion

The definition of confusion is a state of bewilderment, misunderstanding or chaos.

(noun)

When you do not understand a difficult problem, this is an example of a situation where you feel confusion.
When people are running around in a disorganized fashion with no idea of what they are supposed to be doing, this is an example of confusion.

See confusion in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a confusing or being confused; specif.,

Origin: ME & OFr < L confusio

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See confusion in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. The act of confusing or the state of being confused: Backstage confusion made the rehearsal difficult.
b. An instance of being confused: “After his awakening to Chicano identity, he briefly mastered his inner confusions and found an articulate voice” (David C. Unger).
Psychology Impaired orientation with respect to time, place, or person; a disturbed mental state.

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