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In the fog: unraveling "puzzled" vs. "confused"
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Lloyd Cooper 30/09/2024, 17:42
Lloyd Cooper 30/09/2024, 17:42English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "puzzled" and "confused" describe a state of mental uncertainty or lack of understanding.
What is different?
"Puzzled" often implies a temporary state of trying to make sense of something specific, while "confused" can imply a more general state of disorientation or misunderstanding.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Puzzled- She had a puzzled expression on her face as she looked at the map.
- The cryptic riddle left everyone in the room puzzled.
- He felt confused after the professor's rapid explanation.
- The instructions were so unclear that I became thoroughly confused.
Difference
