Definition

In a way that is confusing or difficult to understand.

Example

The instructions were bafflingly complicated, leaving everyone confused.

Conversation

Did you see that magic show last night?

Yeah, it was bafflingly amazing!

I couldn't believe some of the tricks they did.

Right? It left me completely puzzled!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bafflingly → It is formed from "baffle" (from Old French *bafler*, meaning to stammer or to confuse) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "bafflingly" means in a manner that confuses or perplexes.

Memory Tip

Think of something that causes confusion or makes you stammer ('baffle') and remember that when something is bafflingly confusing, it happens in a confusing manner.

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