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bewilder

Bewilder (verb) means to confuse, disorientate, or puzzle someone, especially with many different choices.

verb
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To confuse, disorientate, or puzzle someone, especially with many different choices.
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Etymology

From be- (prefix used as an intensifier) + wilder (“to lead astray; to go astray, wander”).

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"bewilder" (verb) means to confuse, disorientate, or puzzle someone, especially with many different choices.

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