March 31, 2026
bewildered
/bəˈwɪldəd/adjective
Very confused, and unsure what is happening or what to do.
Example sentences
- “The bewildered tourists stared at the subway map.”
- “He looked bewildered when everyone started laughing.”
- “I was bewildered by the long list of forms.”
Often with 'by' or 'at': bewildered by the choices. Stronger than 'confused', suggesting you feel lost.