Bollix — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈbä-liks/ bol·lix

Meaning & Definition of Bollix

Bollix (verb)

  1. to throw into disorder; also, bungle —usually used with up

Bollix (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in clutter, mishmash

    similar: clutter, litter, mishmash, shuffle, maelstrom, storm, hodgepodge, medley, miscellany, morass, motley, labyrinth, maze, web, knot, snarl, tangle, anarchy, lawlessness, misrule, riot, chance-medley, chaos, confusion, disarrangement, disarray, dishevelment, disorder, disorderedness, disorderliness, disorganization, free-for-all, havoc, heck, hell, jumble, mare's nest, mess, messiness, misorder, muddle, muss, shambles, snake pit, tumble, welter
    opposite: order, orderliness, method, pattern, plan, system

Related Entry: Bollix (up) (verb)

Bollix (up) is a different word from Bollix. The synonyms below are for bollix (up), not for bollix.

  1. to make or do (something) in a clumsy or unskillful way

    "you've bollixed up the whole thing"

    similar: blow, bobble, boggle, boot, botch, bugger (up), bumble, bungle, butcher, dub, flub, fluff, foozle, foul up, fumble, goof (up), louse up, mangle, mess (up), muck up, muff, murder, screw up
    related: blunder, gum (up), muddle, piffle, blemish, blight, damage, flaw, harm, hurt, impair, injure, mar, mutilate, ruin, spoil, vitiate, destroy, wreck, mishandle, mismanage
    near: ameliorate, better, enhance, help, improve, meliorate, rectify, refine, reform, remedy, doctor, fix, patch, recondition, renovate, repair, revamp

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bollix

The most common words with a similar meaning to Bollix:

clutter, litter, mishmash, shuffle, maelstrom, storm, hodgepodge, medley, miscellany, morass, motley, labyrinth, maze, web, knot, snarl, tangle, anarchy, lawlessness, misrule, riot, chance-medley, chaos, confusion, disarrangement, disarray, dishevelment, disorder, disorderedness, disorderliness, disorganization, free-for-all, havoc, heck, hell, jumble, mare's nest, mess, messiness, misorder

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Bollix

Words with the opposite meaning of Bollix:

order, orderliness, method, pattern, plan, system

Word Forms of Bollix

Inflections: bollixed, bollixing, bollixes

Derived words: bollix (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Bollix

alteration of bollocks

First known use: 1901

Frequently Asked Questions about Bollix

What does "Bollix" mean?

"Bollix" means to throw into disorder; also, bungle —usually used with up. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to throw into disorder; also, bungle —usually used with up.

What is another word for "Bollix"?

Other words for "Bollix" include clutter, litter, mishmash, shuffle, maelstrom, storm, hodgepodge and medley. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bollix" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Bollix"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bollix". Common alternatives include clutter, litter, mishmash, shuffle, maelstrom, storm, hodgepodge, medley, miscellany and morass.

What is the opposite of "Bollix"?

Antonyms of "Bollix" include order, orderliness, method, pattern, plan and system.

Is "Bollix" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Bollix" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Bollix"?

"Bollix" is pronounced /ˈbä-liks/ and divided into syllables as bol·lix.

What is the origin of the word "Bollix"?

"Bollix" comes from alteration of bollocks. First known use: 1901.

What is another word for "Bollix" meaning "as in clutter, mishmash"?

When "Bollix" (noun) means as in clutter, mishmash, synonyms include clutter, litter, mishmash, shuffle, maelstrom and storm. Opposites in this sense include order, orderliness, method and pattern.