Definition of addled

addledadjective

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/ˈædld//ˈædld/

"Addled" comes from the Old English word "æðele," meaning "noble" or "of high rank." It underwent a fascinating semantic shift. Over time, "æðele" evolved into "addle," meaning "rotten" or "spoiled," possibly due to the idea that nobility could become corrupted or degenerate. This shift is reflected in the modern usage of "addled," which signifies a state of confusion, muddled thinking, or mental decay, often associated with aging or illness. So, the word's journey from noble to confused reveals a complex history of language evolution.

Summary
type nội động từ
meaninglẫn, quẫn, rối trí
exampleto addle one's brain (head): làm rối óc, làm quẫn trí
meaningthối, hỏng, ung (trứng)
examplehot weather addles eggs: trời nóng làm trứng bị hỏng
type ngoại động từ
meaninglàm lẫn, làm quẫn, làm rối óc
exampleto addle one's brain (head): làm rối óc, làm quẫn trí
meaninglàm thối, làm hỏng, làm ung
examplehot weather addles eggs: trời nóng làm trứng bị hỏng
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confused; unable to think clearly

bối rối; không thể suy nghĩ rõ ràng

Example:
  • his addled brain

    bộ não điên cuồng của anh ấy

not fresh; bad to eat

không tươi; ăn dở lắm

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