ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Perplexing

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /pɚˈplɛksɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Perplexing is an adjective meaning That causes perplexity.

Meaning

That causes perplexity.

More Meanings

  1. present participle and gerund of perplex

Example Sentences

utterly perplexing
perplexing problem
perplexing question
She found the instructions perplexing.

Synonyms for perplexing

Depending on context, synonyms include baffling, confusing, puzzling, bewildering, unclear.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include confusing, puzzling, unclear, baffling, baffled, bemused.

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