addlepated
|ad-dle-pa-ted|
C2
/ˈædəlˌpeɪtɪd/
confused mind
Etymology
Etymology Information
'addlepated' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'addle,' where 'addle' meant 'confused or muddled.'
Historical Evolution
'addle' transformed into the term 'addlepated' in the 17th century, combining 'addle' with 'pate,' meaning 'head.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'confused or muddled,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
confused or muddled in thought; having a disordered or unclear mind.
After staying up all night, he felt completely addlepated.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 13:06