confounded
What is the opposite of confounded? Here is what we hold, with its meaning and related words.
Adj — Completely puzzled or astonished.
Frequently asked questions
What does “confounded” mean?
The word “confounded” means completely puzzled or astonished. In plain terms, baffled — or, in old-fashioned speech, a polite swear word meaning "annoying".
How do you pronounce “confounded”?
“Confounded” is pronounced kuhn-FOWN-dihd (/kənˈfaʊndɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “confounded” in a sentence?
Here is “confounded” used in a sentence: “He stood there looking utterly confounded by the question.”
What part of speech is “confounded”?
“Confounded” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “confounded” have?
“Confounded” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: completely puzzled or astonished.
