CEFR B2

befog

verb

Meaning

To make something unclear or difficult to understand, often by obscuring it with confusion or doubt.

Examples

The politician's evasive answers seemed designed to befog the issue rather than clarify it.
His mind was befogged by lack of sleep and too much alcohol.

Synonyms: confuse, obscure, bewilder, muddle

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befog (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /bɪˈfɒɡ/

Definition

To make something unclear or difficult to understand, often by obscuring it with confusion or doubt.

Examples

The politician's evasive answers seemed designed to befog the issue rather than clarify it.
His mind was befogged by lack of sleep and too much alcohol.

How to Use befog

befog the issue (collocation): To make a problem or topic unclear or confusing, often intentionally. — "The lawyer tried to befog the issue by introducing irrelevant details."
mind befogged (collocation): Describing a state of mental confusion or lack of clear thought. — "After the long journey, his mind was completely befogged."

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