stupefied
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈstjuːpɪfaɪd/
KK: /ˈstjuːpɪfaɪd/
adjective
Definition
Feeling shocked or unable to think clearly, often because of surprise or confusion.
Example
She was stupefied by the unexpected news of her promotion.
Conversation
Did you see his face when he won the game?
I know, he looked completely stupefied!
I can't believe how surprised he was; it was priceless.
Definitely! That moment will be talked about for ages.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dazed
bewildered
astonished
Antonyms
alert
aware
unfazed
verb
Definition
To be in a state of shock or confusion, often due to something surprising or overwhelming.
Example
She was stupefied by the unexpected news of her promotion.
Tense Forms
Past: stupefied
Past Participle: stupefied
Conversation
I was so stupefied by that magic trick last night.
Right? I couldn't believe my eyes either!
I mean, how did he even do that?
Root Explanation
Stupefied → It is formed from "stupe" (from Latin *stupefacere*, meaning to stun or make numb) and "-fied" (meaning made or caused to be). The word "stupefied" means made numb or stunned, often in response to shock or amazement.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'stunned' or 'made numb' by something surprising — that's what it means to be stupefied.
Visually Confused Words
unstupefied