as in confusion
a state of mental uncertainty
the slightest change in her daily routine leaves her in complete bewilderment
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Recent Examples of bewilderment
Sebastian gradually stoops, her frame becoming bent and delicate, her face a soft mask of bewilderment.
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Sara Holdren, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2026
How painful her bewilderment at finding herself with two small children!
—Elaine Blair, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
Krejci’s expression as referee Tom Kirk brandished the red card looked like one of genuine bewilderment.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
My dog looked on in bewilderment.
—Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
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Sara Holdren, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2026
How painful her bewilderment at finding herself with two small children!
—Elaine Blair, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
Krejci’s expression as referee Tom Kirk brandished the red card looked like one of genuine bewilderment.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
My dog looked on in bewilderment.
—Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for bewilderment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bewilderment
Noun
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If any paperwork is involved, prepare it beforehand to skip mid-discussion confusion.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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However, cage announcer Bruce Buffer caused confusion by reading the scores incorrectly, announcing totals that favored Fortune’s opponent.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In cases of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, initiate your hazard lights and locate a secure spot, such as a nearby business parking area, to pull over and come to a halt.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
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The agency warns that glare, fog and choppy water can make small craft hard to spot.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Bewilderment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bewilderment. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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