discombobulate

verb

1. (humorous, transitive)To throw into a state of confusion; to befuddle or perplex.

   “Can't you and I pretend to quarrel? A personal assault by you on me will wake these people up and discombobulate Goldsmith. Say the word—only don't hit too hard.”

   “The notes zigzag in his pieces and discombobulate the ear, just as in 12-tone works.”

   “First, distract target. Then block his blind jab. Counter with cross to left cheek. Discombobulate. Dazed, he'll attempt wild haymaker. Employ elbow block.”