bewilder
12 synonyms and 1 antonym for bewilder, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make someone feel confused, especially when faced with lots of options.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
Formed from be- (a prefix used as an intensifier) and wilder (“to lead astray; to go astray, wander”).
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