Definition of "Confusion" :

noun: a mistake that results from taking one thing to be another

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

noun: an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended

"The confusion of tongues at the Tower of Babel."

noun: a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior

"A confusion of impressions."

noun: a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused

noun: disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably

"The army retreated in confusion."