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perplexo — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • bewildered adj Confused, puzzled, or unable to think clearly, often because of too much information or an unexpected situation.
  • nonplussed adj Unsure how to act or respond; bewildered, perplexed.
  • perplexed adjective Confused and unable to understand something.
  • puzzled adj Confused or unable to understand something.
  • speechless adj Unable to speak, especially because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
  • stumped adj Confused and unable to find an answer or solution.

Senses

perplexo is used for these senses in English:

  • bewildered Baffled, confused, mystified, at a loss, not thinking clearly, or uncertain.
  • nonplussed Unsure how to act or respond; bewildered, perplexed. [from early 17th c.]
  • perplexed Confused or puzzled.
  • puzzled Confused or perplexed.
  • speechless Not speaking; not knowing what to say; silent, especially due to surprise, amazement, etc.; wordless.

nonplussed — full definition

  1. adj Unsure how to act or respond; bewildered, perplexed.
  2. adj Unaffected, unfazed; unimpressed.

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