Bewilderment Meaning

/bɪˈwɪldəmənt/
C1

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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Definition

nounThe state of being bewildered.

nounA confusing or perplexing situation.

Sentence Examples

Trevelyan and I looked at each other in bewilderment.
I shrugged in bewilderment.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The student's face showed pure ____ when the teacher announced a surprise test.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
He stared at the broken machine in total ____ for many minutes.

Word Origin & History

From bewilder + -ment.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The student's face showed pure ____ when the teacher announced a surprise test.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
He stared at the broken machine in total ____ for many minutes.

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