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confound
IPA pronunciation: /kənˈfaʊnd/
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English definition
Cause surprise or confusion in someone, especially by acting contrary to expectations.
Example
The unexpected surge in applicant scores confounded the admissions committee.
Collocations
- confound expectations
- confound critics
- confound variables
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