Muddle
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/2
Unintentional Chaos
Use 'muddle' to imply things got mixed up without a plan, creating disorder. The new intern muddled the files; now we can't find anything.
Pro Tip 2/2
Emotionally Negative
'Muddle' often suggests frustration or negativity towards the resulting confusion. Her explanation only muddled the topic further, leaving everyone irritated.