verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

disorient, distract, confuse

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Example Sentences

Example:The sudden change in weather disoriented the hikers, making it difficult for them to find their way.

Definition:To cause confusion or bewilderment about the location, surroundings, or circumstances of a person; to make the direction or position of a person uncertain.

From disorient

Example:The constant distractions from social media were beginning to distract him from his work.

Definition:To direct or take the attention away from, by diverting interest, thought, or effort; to cause to become less attentive or attentive to another thing.

From distract

Example:The complex jargon in the legal document confused the client, making it hard for them to understand the terms.

Definition:To puzzle or perplex by obscuring the meaning or nature of; to make difficult to understand or distinguish; to cause to become perplexed or disoriented.

From confuse