Bepuzzle

/bɪˈpʌzəl/ verb

Definition

To confuse or perplex someone completely; to bewilder thoroughly.

Etymology

From 'be-' intensifying 'puzzle,' possibly from Dutch 'puzzelen.' Means to thoroughly confuse or mystify.

Kelly Says

A truly 'bepuzzled' person is completely stumped—the word suggests confusion so deep they don't know where to begin unraveling the problem, like getting lost in a maze.

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