adj
bewildered
buh-WIHL-duhd
Bewildered (adj) means Confused, puzzled, or unable to think clearly, often because of too much information or an unexpected situation. Example: “She looked bewildered by the sudden change in plans.”
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Confused, puzzled, or unable to think clearly, often because of too much information or an unexpected situation.
"She looked bewildered by the sudden change in plans."
"The tourists stood bewildered in the middle of the crowded station."
How to use bewildered
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFeeling lost, confused, or unsure what's happening.
Common pairings
a bewildered look
utterly bewildered
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- Comparative
- more bewildered
- Superlative
- most bewildered
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What does “bewildered” mean?
The word “bewildered” means confused, puzzled, or unable to think clearly, often because of too much information or an unexpected situation. In plain terms, feeling lost, confused, or unsure what's happening.
How do you pronounce “bewildered”?
“Bewildered” is pronounced buh-WIHL-duhd (/bəˈwɪldɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bewildered” in a sentence?
Here is “bewildered” used in a sentence: “She looked bewildered by the sudden change in plans.”
What part of speech is “bewildered”?
“Bewildered” is an adjective.
