Befuddlement and Conviction

Befuddlement

Befuddlement noun - A state of mental uncertainty.
Usage example: the library patron was in obvious befuddlement over where to find the appropriate references
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Synonyms for Befuddlement

Conviction is an antonym for befuddlement.

Conviction

Conviction noun - A state of mind in which one is free from doubt.

Befuddlement is an antonym for conviction.

Nearby Words: convict, convicted, convicting
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