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confusing way
[kənˈfjuːzɪŋ weɪ]
noun phrase
pl: confusing ways
forma confusa
1.
A manner or method that causes confusion or lack of clarity; a bewildering or perplexing approach
He explained the concept in a confusing way that left everyone puzzled.
Ele explicou o conceito de uma forma confusa que deixou todos confusos.
2.
An unclear or ambiguous manner of communication or expression
The instructions were written in a confusing way.
As instruções foram escritas de uma forma confusa.
Synonyms
confusing manner
bewildering way
unclear way
perplexing manner
ambiguous way
Antonyms
clear way
straightforward manner
lucid way
understandable way
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
forma confusa
Most commonly used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
jeito confuso
Alternative colloquial expression
Portugal
maneira confusa
Formal and commonly used in Portugal
Related Idioms & Phrases
lose the plot
talk in circles
beat around the bush
speak in riddles
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