addleness
|ad-dle-ness|
C2
/ˈædlnəs/
(addle)
confusion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'addle' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'adlian,' where 'adl-' meant 'disease.'
Historical Evolution
'adlian' transformed into the Middle English word 'addlen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'addle.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to become rotten or putrid,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to confuse or muddle.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being confused or muddled.
His addleness was evident when he couldn't remember his own address.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 12:36