ConFusion definition

(1) A mistake that results from taking one thing to be another

"He changed his name in order to avoid confusion with the notorious outlaw"

(2) An act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended

"The confusion of tongues at the Tower of Babel"

(3) A mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior

"A confusion of impressions"

(4) A feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused

(5) Disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably

"The army retreated in confusion"