Befuddlement (noun)

1. The state of being confused or perplexed.
2. The act of causing confusion or perplexity.

Origin:

The word "befuddlement" is derived from the verb "befuddle" meaning to confuse or perplex someone, it is the state of being confused or perplexed.

Examples:

1. The instructions left him in a state of befuddlement.
2. The complex math problem caused befuddlement among the students.
3. His behavior caused befuddlement among his friends and family.
4. The befuddlement on her face was clear as she tried to understand the instructions.
5. Her constant changes caused befuddlement among her colleagues.