adj
stumped
Stumped (adj) means Confused and unable to find an answer or solution. Example: “I was completely stumped by the last crossword clue.”
adj
1
Confused and unable to find an answer or solution.
"I was completely stumped by the last crossword clue."
"The mechanic looked stumped when the engine wouldn't start."
2
In cricket, given out after the wicket-keeper breaks the wicket while the batsman is outside the crease.
"He was stumped for just 12 runs."
How to use stumped
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBaffled — unable to work something out.
Common pairings
completely stumped
stumped by a question
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more stumped
- Superlative
- most stumped
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Rhymes for stumped
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What does “stumped” mean?
The word “stumped” means confused and unable to find an answer or solution. In plain terms, baffled — unable to work something out.
How do you use “stumped” in a sentence?
Here is “stumped” used in a sentence: “I was completely stumped by the last crossword clue.”
What part of speech is “stumped”?
“Stumped” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “stumped” have?
“Stumped” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: confused and unable to find an answer or solution.
