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What is another word for Perplexity? – 128 Perplexity Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    confusion bewilderment puzzlement disconcertion bafflement mystification enigma intricacy complexity obscurity ambiguity uncertainty doubt unclearness vagueness ambiguity indecision indecisiveness hesitancy hesitation perplexion puzzlement astonishment astonish nonpluss discombobulation flummox befuddlement consternation dismay disquietude unease uncertainty insecurity

    Meaning of Perplexity

    The primary meaning of the word "perplexity" is a state of confusion or uncertainty.

    Definitions

    • A state of confusion or uncertainty, typically caused by a complexity or ambiguity of circumstances
    • A feeling of being completely puzzled or bewildered, often resulting in a lack of clear decision or action

    Etymology of Perplexity

    The word "perplexity" originates from the Latin "perplexitas," meaning "a being perplexed," derived from "perplexus," the past participle of "perplexare," which means "to perplex" or "to entwine"
    Historically, the term has been used to describe a state of mental uncertainty or confusion, often resulting from a complex or ambiguous situation

    Example Uses

    • The plot twist at the end of the movie left the audience in a state of perplexity, trying to understand the unexpected turn of events
    • The professor's explanation of the complex mathematical concept caused perplexity among the students, who struggled to comprehend the abstract idea

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    clarity clearness transparency understanding comprehension certainty confidence decisiveness assurance conviction faith trust reliance dependence resolution determination lucidity intelligibility coherence consistency simplicity straightforwardness ease facility

    Related Nouns

    confusion uncertainty ambiguity complexity intricacy obscurity enigma puzzle riddle mystery problem question doubt fear anxiety insecurity indecision hesitation bewilderment consternation dismay disquietude unease perplexion

    Related Verbs

    confuse perplex bewilder puzzle baffle mystify intrigue fascinate astonish disconcert flummox befuddle nonplus discombobulate hesitate pause deliberate ponder reflect consider weigh analyze

    Related Adjectives

    confusing uncertain ambiguous complex intricate obscure enigmatic puzzling baffling mystifying intriguing fascinating astonishing disconcerting flummoxing befuddling hesitating indecisive bewildered consternated dismayed disquieted uneasy perplexed