befuddlement

noun

Definition of befuddlementnext
as in confusion
a state of mental uncertainty the library patron was in obvious befuddlement over where to find the appropriate references

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  1. confusion
  2. fog
  3. bewilderment
Noun
  • Avoid using jargon or complex language that could result in any confusion.
    James Bryant, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • There was also confusion concerning Blaise’s whereabouts when Bailey died.
    Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of confusion
Noun
  • Neptune direct removes the fog from your sixth house of health habits and work dynamics.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
  • As the sun and Mercury align, the fog in your mind parts.
    USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of fog
Noun
  • Rhodes asked in bewilderment in a video to his TikTok account @_danielrhodess.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Right back in that all-too-familiar state of bewilderment and agitation.
    Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2024
Definition of bewilderment
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