nonplussing 1 of 2

adjective

variants also nonplusing
Definition of nonplussingnext
as in perplexing

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nonplussing

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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
  • Three days after the boy discovered the remains, more remains were found by Hamilton County firefighters, perplexing investigators, the station reported.
    CBS News, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Mangione, who frequently posted online about his struggles with back pain, was reportedly never a UnitedHealthcare client, adding a perplexing dimension to the case.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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
  • Just as upsetting is the E.D. itself (short for Emergency Department, since they’re not called E.Rs.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 9 Jan. 2025
  • In its place is now Palm Tree Club, an upscale hotel, dining and event space that's already upsetting its new neighbors.
    Sommer Brugal, Axios, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of upsetting
Adjective
  • Americans, and a dismaying number of politicians, keep crying for a crackdown on crimes that aren’t happening.
    F.K. Plous, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The late President’s priorities were remarkably prescient, and his personal qualities offered a dismaying contrast to so much of the present state of American politics.
    Erin Neil, The New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of dismaying
Verb
  • Experts warn that an afternoon or evening coffee could disrupt your circadian rhythm, disturbing your sleep.
    Jenna Anderson, Health, 7 Jan. 2025
  • The Piano Teacher asks you (and teaches you) to stick with disturbing moments and unpleasant characters.
    Ilana Masad, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of disturbing
Adjective
  • Just as the space race of the 20th century drove extraordinary technological progress, the energy race is pushing new boundaries today.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
  • The seven books below follow people who faced extraordinary predicaments and, instead of caving in, found ways to push back.
    Vanessa Armstrong, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of extraordinary
Adjective
  • Experts, including Mike Fried, CEO of The Diamond Pro, previously noted to the outlet that the ring has incredible value.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Over At Least One Hapless Russian The U.S. has a long way to go to catch China, but even as the world’s number two, there is incredible economic value in building up manufacturing.
    Ethan Karp, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of incredible
Adjective
  • He’s been nothing short of spectacular throughout 2024 — with the best QBR of his pro career, 28 touchdown passes to just six interceptions and an additional dozen rushing scores.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • From spectacular desserts to decadent sides, these are the 15 recipes our editors request on their birthdays year after year.
    Southern Living, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of spectacular
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