befuddlement,

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Befuddlement

Part of speech: Noun

Definition:

A state of confusion or bewilderment.

Examples:

The complex math problem left her in a state of befuddlement.
His explanation only added to the audience's befuddlement.

Befuddle

Part of speech: Verb

Definition:

To cause confusion or bewilderment in someone.

Examples:

The magician's trick befuddled everyone in the audience.
Her complicated instructions were enough to befuddle even the most experienced cook.

Befuddling

Part of speech: Adjective

Definition:

Causing or characterized by confusion or bewilderment.

Examples:

The befuddling maze had visitors going in circles.
His befuddling behavior during the meeting left everyone perplexed.

Befuddled

Part of speech: Adjective

Definition:

Confused or bewildered.

Examples:

She felt completely befuddled by the sudden turn of events.
His befuddled mind struggled to comprehend the complex instructions.