Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boggle
verb
/ˈbɒɡ.əl/
Definition
To be overwhelmed or astonished; to hesitate due to confusion or doubt.
Examples
- His mind boggled at the thought of all the possibilities.
- She boggled at the complex math problem in front of her.
Meaning
Boggle refers to the sensation of being astonished or confused to the point where one struggles to think clearly or act correctly.
Synonyms
- stagger
- bewilder
- confound
- astonish