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
My dog looked on in bewilderment.
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Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
Last week, numerous contradictions and U-turns by the White House and National Governors Association (NGA) led to sweeping bewilderment about the status of the association’s annual meeting with the president.
—Tara Suter, The Hill, 15 Feb. 2026
Leon was visibly wary of the government’s arguments, at times tipping into what appeared to be barely contained bewilderment.
—Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 9 Feb. 2026
And choice cuts from the game’s phenomenal soundtrack wound up in later installments as well, so newcomers could experience the sheer bewilderment upon hearing it for the first time.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 5 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for bewilderment
Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
Last week, numerous contradictions and U-turns by the White House and National Governors Association (NGA) led to sweeping bewilderment about the status of the association’s annual meeting with the president.
—Tara Suter, The Hill, 15 Feb. 2026
Leon was visibly wary of the government’s arguments, at times tipping into what appeared to be barely contained bewilderment.
—Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 9 Feb. 2026
And choice cuts from the game’s phenomenal soundtrack wound up in later installments as well, so newcomers could experience the sheer bewilderment upon hearing it for the first time.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 5 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for bewilderment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bewilderment
Noun
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While most associations have not encountered this situation to date, being informed and prepared will help prevent confusion, protect resident privacy, and reduce legal risk.—
Peter S. Sachs,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2026
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Some users have voiced anger at how the situation was handled, claiming that either Kalshi’s rules should have been communicated more clearly, or that its markets should have been more narrowly worded to avoid confusion.—
Terrence O'Brien,
The Verge,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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What sounds like a broadcaster’s signature was born from a son trying to reach his father through the fog of a degenerative disease.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Mar. 2026
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Patchy fog may linger in the morning.—
Brandi D. Addison,
IndyStar,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Bewilderment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bewilderment. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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