nonplussing 1 of 2

adjective

variants also nonplusing
Definition of nonplussingnext
as in perplexing

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nonplussing

2 of 2

verb

variants also nonplusing
present participle of nonplus
as in embarrassing
to throw into a state of self-conscious distress I was nonplussed by his openly expressed admiration of me

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonplussing
  1. perplexing
  2. disconcerting
  3. upsetting
  4. dismaying
  5. disturbing
  6. extraordinary
  7. incredible
  8. spectacular
Adjective
  • Peru: Using drones and A.I., researchers found hundreds more Nazca Lines, one of archaeology’s most perplexing mysteries. SPORTS Image Formula 1: Max Verstappen won his fourth championship, but 2025 looks wide open.
    Gaya Gupta, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
  • These are different challenges for Dombrowski — none more perplexing than the outfield.
    Matt Gelb, The Athletic, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of perplexing
Verb
  • Russia was becoming more closed, and this was disconcerting for a generation that had grown up in a modernized and relatively open society.
    Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2024
  • Calculations on how many homeowners are at risk and how many are covered vary, but all are disconcerting.
    Kate Gibson, CBS News, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of disconcerting
Adjective
  • According to Trump's cousin and family historian John Walter, this fabrication was maintained at the request of Fred Trump to avoid upsetting Jewish friends and clients in the post-war period.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
  • This is an interesting, if upsetting, phenomenon, showing how online communities are divorced from reality and how social media can enable some of the worst sides of humanity.
    Callum Booth, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of upsetting
Adjective
  • What’s dismaying is this was yet another opportunity for the Bears to close out a game — in this instance, Williams could have ended things with a 99-yard touchdown drive — and be celebrating a massive performance by the rookie.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The math suggests a dismaying possibility: these votes may very well swing.
    Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
Definition of dismaying
Verb
  • Water from the bottom of the tray to avoid disturbing seeds.
    Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The religion has been the subject of a series of disturbing allegations ranging from child abuse to human trafficking and slavery.
    Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of disturbing
Adjective
  • Surveillance footage captured fireballs hitting the ground with extraordinary speed.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • These extraordinary characterizations complicate love over mere pity.
    Armond White, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of extraordinary
Adjective
  • On top of the track views, the space also features incredible food options and entertainment space.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
  • This dish soap left my dishes sparkling clean and smelling incredible, and the hand wash and hand cream delivered soft, smooth hands.
    Madison Yauger, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of incredible
Adjective
  • In October, Dua Lipa did a spectacular one-night-only live performance at London’s historic Royal Album Hall.
    Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Expert stargazing tips for a safe and spectacular nighttime adventure.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of spectacular
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