segasüvendama

segasüvendama is an Estonian verb that translates to "to deepen confusion" or "to further obfuscate" in English. It describes the act of making a situation, understanding, or issue more unclear or complex than it already is. This can be done intentionally, often to avoid a direct answer or to mislead, or unintentionally through poor communication or lack of clarity.

The verb is formed by combining "sega" (meaning mixed, confused, or messy) with "süvendama" (meaning to deepen). The root "sega" implies a state of disarray or lack of clear distinction, while "süvendama" indicates an action of making this state more profound or intense. Therefore, segasüvendama implies actively contributing to an already muddled situation.

Examples of its usage might include a politician who avoids answering a direct question by offering a lengthy and convoluted explanation, thereby segasüvendama the issue. Similarly, someone providing overly technical jargon to a layperson might also be said to segasüvendama their understanding. The term emphasizes the act of increasing ambiguity and reducing clarity, often with a negative connotation implying an undesirable outcome. It is a useful term for describing situations where deliberate or accidental confusion is being amplified.