Addle (Verb)
Meaning 1
Become rotten; "addled eggs".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The farmer immediately knew the batch of eggs had gone bad and addled due to improper storage.
- If you don't store the milk properly it will addle and give off an unpleasant smell.
- Boiling the eggs didn't seem to prevent them from addling after a few weeks in storage.
- A poor diet can lead to addled eggs as the hen's reproductive system does not get proper nutrients.
- It's imperative that store-bought eggs aren't left too long or they'll eventually addle.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Mix up or confuse; "He muddled the issues".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The explanations addled my understanding of the concept, making it harder to grasp.
- Trying to learn too many new languages at once can addle your brain.
- She tried to keep track of the complex plot, but the numerous twists began to addle her.
- The politician's evasive answers only served to addle the public's perception of the issue.
- Conflicting advice from multiple sources started to addle his thoughts and make decision-making more difficult.