Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at-a-loss
Phrase
/ˈæt ə lɔs/
Definition
In a state of confusion or uncertainty; not knowing what to do or say.
Examples
- After hearing the unexpected news, she was completely at a loss for words.
- He stood at a loss, unsure of how to respond to the difficult question.
- When faced with the complex problem, the team members found themselves at a loss.
Meaning
The phrase ‘at-a-loss’ describes a feeling of being perplexed or bewildered, often due to a lack of confidence or clarity in a situation.
Synonyms
- baffled
- confused
- bewildered
- perplexed
- stumped
