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Bewildered

Verb / bɪˈwɪldɜ:d / Another word for bewildered — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Bewildered means to be confused, puzzled, or uncertain about something.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. He was bewildered by the maze in front of him.
  2. The instructions for the game left her bewildered.
  3. The new environment left her feeling bewildered and lost.
  4. The teacher's explanation of the math problem left him bewildered.
  5. She was bewildered by the sudden appearance of the stranger.

Quotes

  • I am still bewildered by the new world I discovered under the water, and I am trying to find ways to better understand it.
  • I am bewildered by the thousands of strange people who write me letters.
  • I'm bewildered any time I have to talk about myself.

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