Perplexity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəˈplɛksɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perplexity is a noun meaning The state or quality of being perplexed.
Meaning
The state or quality of being perplexed.
More Meanings
- Something that perplexes.
- (information theory) A measure of how well a probability distribution or model predicts a sample.
Example Sentences
The Emperor, who was by then a focus of unresolvable perplexities, stood providing a strongly contrary appearance.
Word Forms
- perplexities
Synonyms for perplexity
Depending on context, synonyms include puzzlement, bewilderment, confusion.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bewilderment, confusion, hesitation, concern, perplexment, perplexion.
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