adj
Uncommon
baffled
BAFLD
Baffled (adj) means Completely confused or unable to understand something. Example: “The scientists were baffled by the strange readings from the probe.”
adj
1
Completely confused or unable to understand something.
"The scientists were baffled by the strange readings from the probe."
"She stood there baffled, unable to figure out how the machine worked."
How to use baffled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTotally confused and unable to make sense of something.
Common pairings
completely baffled
baffled by
left baffled
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more baffled
- Superlative
- most baffled
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Frequently asked questions
What does “baffled” mean?
The word “baffled” means completely confused or unable to understand something. In plain terms, totally confused and unable to make sense of something.
How do you pronounce “baffled”?
“Baffled” is pronounced BAFLD (/ˈbæfl̩d/ in IPA).
How do you use “baffled” in a sentence?
Here is “baffled” used in a sentence: “The scientists were baffled by the strange readings from the probe.”
What part of speech is “baffled”?
“Baffled” is an adjective.
Is “baffled” a common word?
“Baffled” is an uncommon word in modern English.
