In a confused, puzzled, or lost manner; with bewilderment.
From 'bewilder' (to confuse greatly) + '-ed' (past participle) + '-ly' (adverb suffix). 'Bewilder' itself comes from 'be-' + 'wilder' (to cause to wander astray), with roots in Old Norse 'villr' (wild, astray). The adverb form emphasizes how bewilderment is expressed through behavior or manner.
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