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Addled

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/ˈadləd/

Definitions

1. Confused; unable to think clearly.

2. Mixed up; muddled.

Usage Examples

1. "After the long meeting, his thoughts felt addled."

2. "The addled state of his mind made it difficult to concentrate."

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English "addled," related to "addle," which means to make foul or confuse.

Synonyms

Confused, muddled, bewildered.

Antonyms

Clear-headed, focused, coherent.

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Confundido /kon.fun.ˈði.ðo/
French Confus /kɔ̃.fy/
German Verwirrt /fɛʁˈvɪʁt/
Chinese 困惑 /kùn huò/
Hindi भ्रमित /bʱrə.mɪt/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

Pronunciation may vary slightly depending on regional accents.

Historical Usage

The term has been used since the 15th century, often in literature to describe mental confusion.

Cultural Nuances

Often used in a figurative sense to describe a state of mental disarray in various contexts.

More Information

This section explores the implications of mental clarity and confusion across different fields, including psychology and literature.

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