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

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."

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 notes

In plain EnglishBaffled — unable to work something out.

Common pairings

completely stumped stumped by a question

more stumped comparative, most stumped superlative

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I was completely _____ by the last crossword clue.

humped pumped bumped

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.