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/ædəl/ verb · British & US
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What does addle mean?

verb

To confuse or perplex someone, or to make something confusing or unclear. To spoil or ruin something.

Example

"The complex instructions had addled the new employee, making it difficult for her to complete the task."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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