muddle
Translation
to confuse, to jumble, to mix up
Examples
The new rules have muddled everyone.
The new rules have muddled everyone.
Don't muddle these two separate issues.
Don't muddle these two separate issues.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to mix up (sth.) Don't muddle these two separate issues.
((sb.)) to confuse (sb.) The new rules have muddled everyone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: confuse, jumble, mess up; Antonyms: clarify, organize
Etymology
Likely related to 'mud', suggesting the action of making things murky and confused, like muddy water.
Memory Tips
Imagine your thoughts are like clear water, and someone throws 'mud' in, creating a 'muddle'.