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What is another word for Befuddled? – 180 Befuddled Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    perplexed confused disoriented baffled bewildered dazed flummoxed mystified puzzled stunned shocked amazed astonished astounded flabbergasted nonplussed addled muddled fuddled foggy cloudy hazy vague obscure unclear unfathomable enigmatic cryptic ambiguous uncertain unsure hesitant indecisive vacillating equivocal ambiguous obscure perplexing puzzling baffling mystifying disconcerting unsettling unnerving alarming disturbing troubling worrisome

    Meaning of Befuddled

    The primary meaning of the word "Befuddled" is to be completely confused or disoriented.

    Definitions

    • Feeling completely confused or disoriented, often due to a complex or difficult situation
    • Being utterly perplexed or bewildered, unable to think clearly or make decisions
    • Having one's mind or thoughts in a state of confusion or disorder

    Etymology of Befuddled

    The word "Befuddled" originated in the mid-17th century, likely as a combination of "be-" (meaning "completely" or "thoroughly") and "fuddle" (meaning "to confuse or perplex")
    Historically, the word has been used to describe a state of mental confusion or disorientation, often resulting from excessive drinking or other forms of intoxication
    Over time, the word's meaning has expanded to encompass a broader range of situations, including complex problems, confusing information, or overwhelming circumstances

    Example Uses

    • The complex instructions left me befuddled, and I couldn't figure out how to assemble the furniture
    • The plot twist in the movie befuddled me, and I didn't see it coming
    • The professor's explanation of the theoretical concept befuddled the entire class, and we all looked at each other in confusion

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    clear lucid coherent rational logical methodical systematic organized orderly composed calm collected focused attentive alert aware informed enlightened perceptive discerning astute sharp keen intelligent wise knowledgeable erudite sophisticated refined cultured

    Related Nouns

    confusion disorientation perplexity bewilderment puzzle enigma mystery riddle brain-teaser conundrum dilemma predicament quandary uncertainty ambiguity obscurity vagueness haze fog cloud mist blur obscurity ambiguity uncertainty doubt skepticism mistrust

    Related Verbs

    confuse perplex bewilder puzzle mystify baffle flummox stun shock amaze astonish astound flabbergast nonplus addle muddle fuddle fog cloud haze obscure unclear disorient discombobulate unsettle unnerve alarm disturb trouble worry

    Related Adjectives

    confused disoriented perplexed bewildered puzzled mystified baffled flummoxed stunned shocked amazed astonished astounded flabbergasted nonplussed addled muddled fuddled foggy cloudy hazy vague obscure unclear ambiguous uncertain unsure hesitant indecisive vacillating equivocal ambiguous obscure perplexing puzzling baffling mystifying disconcerting unsettling unnerving alarming disturbing troubling worrisome