Flummoxing

/ˈflʌməksɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Confusing or perplexing someone; the present participle of flummox showing an action in progress.

Etymology

Present participle of flummox, formed by adding -ing to show ongoing or continuous action of confusing someone.

Kelly Says

A flummoxing situation is actively confusing you right now—like watching a magician and not understanding what just happened!

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