Definition

The condition of being confused or puzzled about something.

Example

Her bewilderedness was evident when she couldn't find her way home.

Conversation

I felt a real sense of bewilderedness after that meeting.

I know what you mean; it was so confusing!

I just couldn't understand some of the points they made.

Yeah, it left us all a bit lost, didn't it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bewilderedness is formed from 'bewilder' (from the Old English 'wilder', meaning to lead astray or confuse) and the suffix '-ness' (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being confused or lost in thought.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'led astray' ('wilder') and how that creates a state of confusion ('-ness'). This helps you remember that 'bewilderedness' means the quality of being confused.

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