confusticate

/kɒnˌfʌstɪˈkeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

To confuse or perplex, often intentionally.

“The politician attempted to confusticate the audience with a complex and misleading explanation.”

2. noun

The act of confusing or perplexing, often intentionally.

“The confustication of the facts in the article was evident to the experienced journalist.”

Synonyms

  • confound
  • perplex

Antonyms

  • clarify
  • illuminate