How to Pronounce "addle"
word
ˈædəɫ
AD-uhl
ˈædəl
AD-uhl
Definition
To make someone confused or unable to think clearly; sometimes also means to spoil, especially for eggs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈædəɫ
British English
ˈædəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AD-uhl
UK
AD-uhl
Listen in Context
Lack of sleep can addle your mind.
The noise outside started to addle him.
Heat can addle eggs if they are left out too long.
I didn’t drink coffee this morning, so my thoughts are addled today.