mixed-up

American  

[mikst-uhp] / ˈmɪkstˈʌp /

adjective

1. completely confused or emotionally unstable.

   a mixed-up teenager.

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mixed-up British  

adjective

1. in a state of mental confusion; perplexed

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Etymology

Origin of mixed-up

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

Ms. Peet’s vivid blue eyes remain a major asset in “Fantasy Life,” an unforced character study that wryly observes some mild turbulence in the day-to-day existence of a group of mixed-up New Yorkers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

They spin, fly and twirl as they get closer and closer to each other and eventually merge and grow into one big, mixed-up galaxy in a process known as a ‘galactic merger’.

From Space Scoop • May 21, 2025

For years, people would come for tours and declare, “I love Will Rogers and his horse, Trigger!” — a mixed-up reference to the actor and rodeo star Roy Rogers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2025

Mrs Lindsay said they looked absolutely identical when they were young, adding "I've got them mixed-up".

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2023

Everything was such a mess, and I had so many mixed-up feelings.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea