Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bemusement
noun
/bɪˈmjuːz.mənt/
Definition
The state of being confused or puzzled.
Examples
- She looked at him in bemusement, unsure of what he meant.
- The bemusement on his face showed he didn’t understand the situation.
- In a state of bemusement, he tried to process the strange news.
Meaning
Bemusement refers to a feeling of bewilderment or confusion, often due to something unexpected or puzzling.
Synonyms
- confusion
- bewilderment
- puzzlement
- perplexity
