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Addle

Part of Speech

Verb

Pronunciation

/ˈadl/

Definitions

1. To confuse or muddle; to make unable to think clearly.

2. (archaic) To mix or stir up (as in a liquid).

Usage Examples

1. "The complex instructions addled his mind."

2. "Too much information can addle a person's thinking."

Etymology

Originating from Middle English "addlen," possibly related to "addle," which means to make foul or dirty.

Synonyms

Confuse, bewilder, baffle.

Antonyms

Clarify, enlighten, simplify.

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Confundir /kon.fun.ˈdir/
French Confondre /kɔ̃.fɔ̃dʁ/
German Verwirren /fɛʁˈvɪʁən/
Chinese 迷惑 /mí huò/
Hindi भ्रमित करना /bʱrə.mɪt kəɾ.nə/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

Regional accents may affect pronunciation, with slight variations in intonation.

Historical Usage

The term has been used in literature dating back to the Middle Ages, often in contexts of confusion or muddled thought.

Cultural Nuances

Addle is often used metaphorically to describe mental confusion, commonly found in literary works.

More Information

This section discusses the implications of mental clarity and confusion in various fields, including psychology and literature.

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