Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flat-footed
Adjective
/ˌflætˈfʊtɪd/
Definition
Flat-footed is an adjective that describes someone who is caught off guard and unable to react quickly, often due to surprise or unpreparedness.
Examples
- He was caught flat-footed by the sudden announcement of the meeting.
- Her flat-footed response to the unexpected question showed she wasn’t prepared.
Meaning
Being flat-footed means lacking agility or being in a state of confusion in a situation that requires a quick response.
Synonyms
- caught off guard
- unprepared
- stunned
- surprised
