désarroi
confusion
noun day-zah-RWAH Rare
Origin: Old French 'desarroi' (disorder)
Also means
disarray
Usage Note
Désarroi conveys a deep inner state of bewilderment or distress, stronger than mere confusion. It often describes emotional turmoil following a shock or loss; être en plein désarroi ('to be in complete disarray') is a common phrase.
Examples
"Elle était plongée dans le désarroi."
Natural Translation
She was plunged into confusion.

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